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BB2ME #1: Be alert — you should pay attention to timing
I peered over at my dad sitting in his chair. Something was wrong. He did not look normal. His face was pale and his eyes were fixated on the ceiling.
I rose from my chair and walked over to check on my dad. I asked him if he felt alright. He was sweating by now. He answered no.
He was somewhat feeble-minded as I continued asking questions to figure out what was wrong. My mom was with us but had not noticed anything.
Something had happened and I did not know what
I pulled out my phone and dialed 911. I let my parents know the paramedics were on the way and prepared for their arrival.
I heard the sirens a few minutes later. The EMTs quickly diagnosed my dad. Something was definitely wrong. His heart rate was extremely low.
They decided to take him to the emergency room. It was a good decision. My dad needed a pacemaker. His heart was not functioning properly.
