This did not involve a patient, but an employee of the hospital.While exchanging the empty m cylinder in ambulance, the hose burst open releasing the full psi from the tank into face, neck, ear, and upper body.Staff member went to ed for evaluation and treatment.Employee did come in contact from hose break to chem/heat/electricity.Employee reported soreness and sustained minor burns, irritation to the skin on her face and neck, as well as whiplash.Staff member is back at work.Air and o2 lines do not require replacement unless they become visibly damaged.The hose appears to be caused by weakened or damaged high-pressure line which caused the line to burse.
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