Paramedics on Scene 

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Documentary following the life-saving work of Scotland's paramedics.

Capturing the unwavering dedication of Scotland’s real-life heroes. On the frontline with the Scottish Ambulance Service - a job with emotional lows and rewarding highs.

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Paramedics on Scene: Series 3 (Shortened Versions): Episode 14

Episode 14

Series 3 (Shortened Versions)

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Paramedics treat a man with a possible collapsed lung.

Paramedics attend a man with severe breathing difficulties, which may be caused by a collapsed lung.

Series following paramedics from the Scottish Ambulance Service as they respond to 999 calls across the country.

In Coatbridge, John and Hazel treat a man who is struggling to breathe. They suspect he may have a collapsed lung and need to get him to hospital immediately.

At the control centre in South Queensferry, specialist clinician Mark checks in on people waiting for ambulances. One patient is exhibiting signs of a potentially dangerous condition, cauda equina syndrome, and needs to be treated urgently.

In Inverness, paramedics meet 89-year-old David. He has been airlifted in from Orkney and needs an operation on his toe at the city’s main hospital.

Paramedics on Scene: Series 3 (Shortened Versions)

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