Man overdoses and self-inflicts cuts before hospital transport, Fort Dodge IA


Emergency responders transport a 47-year-old man to Mercy hospital after he overdosed and then intentionally cut his arms and back. He is awake, alert, and stable at the time of transport.
Audio|Source: Webster County Sheriff and Fire
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Transcript:
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We are 15 minutes out from Mercy with a 47-year-old male patient who overdosed this morning and then proceeded to lacerate his arms and back on both sides.
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He's awake and alert current set of vitals.
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Heart rate 71, sinus rhythm blood pressure 109 over 62.
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The respiratory rate is 16 and he's setting 94% on rear.
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Once our dress, no active bleeding.
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Location mentioned:
Near S 4th St, Fort Dodge, IA 50501
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