Elderly man transported with heart rhythm issues, Boone NC
Medical EmergencyEmergency medical services are transporting an 84-year-old man with a history of atrial fibrillation. On arrival, his heart rate was 150 beats per minute with irregular rhythm. He later converted to a normal rhythm with a heart rate of 90. He is alert, oriented, and reports no pain. Vital signs are stable, and he is being taken to a medical center near Deerfield Rd.
Audio|Source: Watauga County Fire, EMS and Rescue, Boone and Blowing Rock Fire
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Transcript:
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Go ahead, medic two.
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Yes, ma'am, we're en route to y'all with an 84-year-old male.
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We're coming from home.
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Caught up for heart problems.
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When we arrived, heart rate was about 150, AFib on the monitor.
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Does have an history of AFIB tachycardia.
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Once we got talking with a patient, he did convert into a sinus rhythm, about 90.
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rhythm ever since.
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He's alert and oriented times four, denies any pain.
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I say heart rate right now is 90.
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Last pressure, 121 over 82.
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He sats 95% on room air.
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Blood sugar is 185. I've got an 18 left AC. I've got fluids going KVO, and we will see you in about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Location mentioned:
Near Deerfield Rd, Boone, NC 28607
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