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Critical Distance Away From an Ambulance
In St. Charles at dawn, paramedics Jim Bielsmath and Dale Pratt respond from Fire Station No. 1 in the Life Support Vehicle, establishing contact with 81 Joseph Hospital. They monitor vitals, breathing, and use a lifepack defibrillator to stabilize patients, noting early skepticism from nurses and doctors about the new program. The LSV serves only St. Charles, differing from ordinary ambulances.
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