This morning, at approximately 0830 hours, the Rochester Fire Department received a 911 call from the Regional Old Colony Communications Center, reporting a golfer at the Rochester Golf Club who was unconscious and not breathing. CPR was reportedly being performed. Within three minutes of being dispatched, Rescue 210 and Engine 193 arrived on the scene, coinciding with the arrival of the Rochester Police Department, MA. EMTs, paramedics, and police officers began treating and evaluating the golfer. Bystanders reported that the golfer had collapsed at a hole to the rear of the course and was transported in a golf cart to the parking lot, where CPR continued to be administered.
Utilizing the Lifepak 15 Cardiac Monitor and the Lucas automated CPR device, first responders quickly assessed the patient and administered several shocks, along with high-quality CPR and rescue breaths. The patient was rapidly transferred to the ambulance and transported to Tobey Hospital. During transport, Advanced Cardiac Life Support was performed, and shortly before arrival at Tobey Hospital, the patient regained consciousness and was able to communicate with responders. Although these signs were encouraging, the patient remained critically ill. Consequently, the patient was transferred by Boston Medflight Helicopter from Tobey Hospital to a Boston hospital for further definitive care and treatment.
The return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) is not always achieved in cases like this. A major contributing factor to the successful outcome today was the immediate and high-quality CPR the patient received by bystanders, which continued until responders arrived on the scene. Early recognition of a medical emergency, early CPR and early defibrillation saves lives. Everyone should take a CPR class, you may contact your local Fire or Police departments. Early CPR Saves Lives.