Elderly man experiences severe breathing issues and fainting, Cleveland TN


A 70-year-old man near Old Chattanooga Pike Southwest is having severe breathing problems and has vomited. He fainted earlier and injured his face. He has a history of chronic lung disease.
Audio|Source: Bradley County & Cleveland Fire
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Station for Old Chattanooga Pike Southwest difficulty breathing.
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He's a 70-year-old male, 215 pounds, difficulty breathing.
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He is actively throwing up. Breathing sounds shallow so that feels like he's being smothered.
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He did pass out earlier today and cut his face when he fell.
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He also has a history of COPD.
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Location mentioned:
Near Old Chattanooga Pike SW, Cleveland, TN 37311
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