Elderly man found injured in barn with alcohol intoxication, Paola KS
Medical EmergencyA 72-year-old man was found injured in a barn near his home with a forehead cut and heavy alcohol intoxication. He was unable to answer questions properly and was transported to Miami County Medical Center as requested by his family, despite recommendation for a trauma center.
Audio|Source: Franklin County/Miami County Public Safety
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Medic 141, transporting one patient to Miami County Medical Center.
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Medic 141, transporting patient.
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Miami County, Medic.
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Miami County, Medic 141 calling MCMC patient information.
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Hey, 141, go ahead.
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Good evening, Miami, Kansas, paramedic Lowell, Miami County, Medic 141.
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I'm en route with a patient on board ETA.
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On board, I have a 72-year-old male.
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He was found down in a barn near the house.
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According to family, downtime is estimated to be approximately two hours.
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Found with a laceration to his forehead.
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He has a high level of alcohol intoxication.
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He's slurring his words, not able to answer questions appropriately for us.
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Appropriate for us.
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Current vitals are heart rate 101, sinus rhythm on monitor, blood pressure 149 over 71, oxygen saturation 94 percent on oxygen via 18-gauge IV.
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According to family, no blood thinners, has a cervical collar on.
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No abnormal neurological signs noted.
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I explained to the family that a trauma center would be more appropriate, but they insist on transport to your facility.
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Any other questions? We'll see you shortly.
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Paola, KS 66071
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