Medical responders assist after fall near Gresham Dr, Norfolk VA
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency personnel responded to a possible medical incident near Gresham Dr involving an elderly person who reportedly fell and briefly lost consciousness. The patient appeared slightly disoriented but had stable vital signs and was taken to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for further evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: Norfolk VA Hospital Group Calls
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Transcript:
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Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
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This is number (number withheld).
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We're out here for a person, age 72, with chief complaint of an unwitnessed fall.
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Patient fell in the hallway.
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She stated that she lost consciousness.
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When she regained consciousness, she was able to crawl down the hallway where a neighbor called for her.
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No sign of injuries in her trauma assessment.
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Patient has some slurred speech and appears slightly altered.
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She is, however, oriented times four.
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Patient has a history of bipolar disorder and major depression.
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She has had a previous stroke and seizures.
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Stroke status today was negative for slurred speech.
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Vitals are as follows,
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Heart rate 77, oxygen saturation 95 percent on room air.
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Last blood pressure taken was 132 over 82.
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Twelve-lead was sent your way.
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Patient showing sinus rhythm on the monitor.
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Blood sugar is 114.
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IV access established in the left arm.
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We're about 8 minutes from your facility.
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Do you have any questions or orders?
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Location mentioned:
Gresham Dr, Norfolk, VA 23507
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