Man with pacemaker experiences shock and breathing trouble, Fairfield IA


A 73-year-old man with a pacemaker experienced an electrical shock from his device. He is conscious but having difficulty breathing. He is sitting in a wheelchair outside his home near Jai Avenue, waiting for medical help.
Audio|Source: Jefferson County Fire / EMS
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Transcript:
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County Ambulance Rescue 17, please respond to near Jai Ave,
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in Vedic City.
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Again, near Jai Ave,
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in Vedic City.
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Avenue in Vedic City.
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This would be for a 73-year-old male with a pacemaker.
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He did advise he just did. You have a shock that went through.
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He is currently conscious.
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He is heavily breathing.
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He will be sitting in a wheelchair outside of the residence.
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Jay is spelled J-A-I.
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Near Jai Ave.
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Avenue in Vedic City sent up 1636.
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Location mentioned:
Near Jai Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556
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