Medical team aids patient after self-harm attempt, Norfolk VA
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, a 17-year-old individual near Children's Lane in Norfolk was treated for a possible self-harm attempt involving a ligature around the neck. The person was conscious, breathing normally, and assessed by emergency medical personnel before being transported to a hospital for further evaluation. All identifying details have been withheld.
Audio|Heard on: Norfolk VA Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
00:53
Transcript:
00:00
Chief Katie, this is Medic 5 coming to you today with a 17-year-old female patient having suicidal thoughts.
00:12
Earlier today she had placed a ligature around her neck and tied it in a knot.
00:18
Once it became difficult to breathe, she stopped and went into another room.
00:24
She then removed the item from around her neck.
00:25
I do not see any significant marks or injury.
00:29
She is breathing normally.
00:33
She is currently at 90% room air.
00:36
Pulse rate is 101.
00:38
Her blood pressure is 138 over 91.
00:42
We are moving from our current location.
00:45
Blood sugar is 120.
00:49
Probably about 15 minutes away.
00:51
Do you have any questions or orders at this time?
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Location mentioned:
Childrens Ln, Norfolk, VA 23507
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