MFRD Crew Saves Lifeless Child

On August 29th, Rescue 22 and Engine 22 were dispatched for a 1 year old female experiencing difficulty breathing. While en route to the scene, the response was upgraded to a cardiac arrest. Both units promptly arrived on scene to find 1 year old patient unresponsive, pulseless, and cyanotic. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was being performed by family members when MFRD stepped in to assume care.

While Fire Medics worked diligently thank you open the patient’s airway and gain intraosseous access for medication administration, the crew of Engine 22 continued CPR and assisted with the arrest. The child was immediately taken to the rescue truck, where CPR continued, and rushed to closest hospital emergency department. During transport, return of spontaneous circulation was achieved , and a strong pulse was noted. While arriving at the hospital, the child began to breath and let out a strong cry.

The child was taken into the emergency department, stabilized, and prepped for additional transport to USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital, where she was given specialized care.

Due to the prompt actions and appropriate interventions of responders (Rescue 22, Engine 22, Car 60), the 1-year old infant was given the best chance for a positive outcome.

She has since been discharged from the hospital after a full recovery and has returned home with her family.

As such, the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department proudly recognizes the responding personnel and present them with the Lifesaving Award. Job well done!

Rescue 22:

Paramedic Driver Jennifer A. Nelson

Paramedic Firefighter Dalton Emley

Engine 22:

Captain Darrell W. Hennis

Fire Service Driver Terry L. Merrell

Firefighter Ben S. Jones

Firefighter Jacob Hildreth