Patient leaves hospital with IV still in arm, Hilo HI
Medical EmergencyA patient left the hospital emergency room with an IV still in his arm. Hospital staff requested police to find him to ensure the IV is safely removed. EMS can assist if needed, and the patient does not need to return to the hospital.
Audio|Source: Big Island Hawaii Puna, Volcano, Kau Public Safety
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Transcript:
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area of near Nunei Ave, the ER called patient (name withheld).
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He looked at around 435 with an IV in his left elbow area. They didn't find the IV in the room.
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He's a local bald man, 250 pounds, 6 feet, yellow shirt, gray shorts.
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They're requesting if you locate him.
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Make sure the IV is removed.
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If you're not comfortable,
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we can call EMS and have them remove it.
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He does not need to go back to the hospital.
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Location mentioned:
Hilo, HI 96720
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