Man in 70s treated for low blood pressure, Seattle WA


Medics report a man in his 70s with very low blood pressure and repeated fainting. They give vital signs (respirations 16, heart rate 70, blood sugar 200) and note he lost consciousness multiple times. Responding units include Engine 24 and Medic 31.
Audio|Source: Seattle Fire
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Transcript:
Unknown cause. Medic unit 31 responding to 12356 1st Avenue NE. Request from Engine 24. Original call: 76-year-old male fall with injury. Medic 31 reports seeing a 75-year-old male with blood pressure 80/40, supine. When he was sat up, he passed out again for the fourth time today. Respirations 16, heart rate 70, blood sugar 200.
Unknown cause. Medic unit 31 responding to 12356 1st Avenue NE. Request from Engine 24. Original call: 76-year-old male fall with injury. Medic 31 reports seeing a 75-year-old male with blood pressure 80/40, supine. When he was sat up, he passed out again for the fourth time today. Respirations 16, heart rate 70, blood sugar 200.
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Near 1st Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98125
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