
Paramedics' Surprise Visit: 20-Year-Old Turns Out to be a 7-Month-Old
Paramedics in Scotland responded to an emergency call for a 20-year-old patient, only to discover the patient was a 7-month-old baby named Harvey. The baby's mother had called NHS 24 for advice concerning a chest infection. However, during the call, Harvey started choking on a rusk. When the paramedics arrived, they were surprised to find a baby instead of a 20-year-old. One paramedic stated, "Actually, when we showed up at the door, we were kind of caught off guard." Despite the initial surprise, the paramedics professionally assessed Harvey. They found his vital signs to be normal. The mother decided to wait for a GP visit the next day. The incident highlights the unpredictable nature of emergency calls and the importance of clear communication. The video concludes with the paramedics leaving the scene, relieved that the situation was resolved without the need for hospital transport.