Male overdose patient transported to Rutherford Hospital, Rutherfordton NC
Medical EmergencyA 30-year-old man overdosed on methocarbamol and is being transported to Rutherford Hospital. He ingested 14 tablets about an hour ago, is responsive to verbal stimuli, and has stable vital signs. Saline is being administered during transport.
Audio|Source: Polk County Sheriff, Fire, and EMS
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The Medic 11, Rutherford Hospital, patient notification.
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Hello, for guys.
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I am in route to your location with a 30-30-year-old male patient coming from home, called out reference overdose.
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Patient is slow, somnolent, and poor to respond, but is responsive to verbal stimuli and completely without distress or complaint.
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Claims that he took 14-14-14 tablets of 500 milligrams each for a total of 7,000 methacarbomal, approximately one hour ago.
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Heart rate is steady at 85.
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EKG shows a normal sinus rhythm on the monitor. He is setting 96% on room air.
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Respiration is 14.
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Last blood pressure is 128 over 76.
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Maybe you have to get a sugar or a temperature, but I am administering normal saline at this time.
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We've got 18-gauge LFAC and I'll be there in about five, six minutes. How do you copy?
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Location mentioned:
Near S Ridgecrest St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
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