Elderly man reports constipation and blood in catheter, Gretna LA
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Medical EmergencyA 90-year-old man near Belle Chasse Hwy reported constipation and blood in his catheter for several days. He was stable but later had breathing difficulties. Emergency response was delayed with an extended estimated time of arrival to Ochsner West.
Audio|Heard on: Lafourche Public Safety
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Transcript:
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A 90-year-old man,
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repeat 90-year-old male.
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Complaint of constipation and blood from his catheter, ongoing for several days.
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Patient is hemodynamically stable.
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ETA is currently extended.
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That's from West Shot 16.
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Thanks.
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Next scene, we'll be merging for Ochsner West.
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Two units are being dispatched.
00:38
Jackson, fly by shortly.
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So far, ready to St.
00:44
John's and Jackson, I want to change it.
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Part of two units.
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Hello.
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ETA extended to approximately 1350.
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The M.20 F.E.H.
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The middle C2-A.M.A.5, out of normal.
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Patient having trouble breathing, reported by the caller; requests extended ETA as we arrive near Ochsner West.
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Location mentioned:
Belle Chasse Hwy, Gretna, LA 70056
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