Elderly man struggles to stand after hip surgery, Trenton ME
Medical EmergencyAn 87-year-old man who had hip replacement surgery six days ago is having trouble standing and experiencing constipation causing discomfort. He is being transported to MDI Hospital and is currently stable.
Audio|Source: Bar Harbor, MDI and Acadia Police, Fire, EMS, Park Rangers
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Ambulance en route to MDI Hospital.
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We're about five minutes out from your facility with an 87-year-old male patient.
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These complaints today are difficulty standing.
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He is six days post hip replacement surgery and was doing well with standing and walking until today.
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He also reports constipation for a few days now causing discomfort.
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Right now, he is resting comfortably on the stretcher.
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His heart rate is normal. Blood pressure 131 over 72. Oxygen saturation 95 percent on room air.
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Do you have any questions for us?
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All right, with a view of air 6.0.2F.
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Bar Harbor Rd, Trenton, ME 04605
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