Elderly man with pulmonary embolism transported for evaluation, Rice Lake WI


Emergency medical services transported an 88-year-old man from Woodstone facility with a history of low blood pressure overnight, stable vital signs, a recent small pulmonary embolism on blood thinners, and elevated blood sugar. The family requested evaluation at the hospital.
Audio|Source: Barron County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Good morning, Roger facility was an 88-year-old male coming from Woodstone.
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They called with complaints of low blood pressure throughout the night.
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However, upon our arrival, patient is 149 over 81, 95% on room air.
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He was recently diagnosed with a small pulmonary embolism. He is anticoagulated.
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The patient does not have any symptoms.
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At this time, blood sugar is 254.
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Sounds like family wants them checked out. We'll be at your facility in about three minutes. Any questions?
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No questions. Room 15.
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Rice Lake, WI
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