In fact, according to information obtained by Vingt55 and confirmed by authorities, the incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. after an employee of the Kentucky restaurant on St-Joseph Boulevard in Drummondville felt unwell, as spokeswoman Catherine Bernard confirmed for the Sûreté du Quebec, in an interview with Vingt55. According to employees, the employee suddenly collapsed at work, the spokesman said. Paramedics were quickly called by the employees on site, and police officers were also called in to provide support with an automated external defibrillator (AED).
When the police arrived, the paramedics were already at the patient's side, who was quickly treated. The man, in his 40s, was taken to hospital after being stabilized by paramedics, authorities confirmed. However, cardiopulmonary arrest occurred again, requiring further resuscitation. His condition stabilized again in the hospital, authorities said.
The rapid intervention of the staff and the short response time of the paramedics increased the chances of survival for the victim, who was known to have health problems. She is currently still in hospital under the supervision and care of hospital staff, confirmed the spokesperson for the Sûreté du Québec.
Customers present were asked to leave the store, which was closed while paramedics and staff were able to safely treat the victim.
Upon admission, staff were still trying to stabilize the patient, although his condition appeared precarious.
This event highlights the effectiveness of first aid measures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as well as the effective use of an AED defibrillator when necessary, knowledge that can effectively save lives.