During a call for a medical response on Jan. 4, 2022 the woman, who was diabetic, was suspected to have low blood sugar. EMS advised the woman should be taken to the ER for hyperglycemia. Investigators said Sheahen stated she only wanted lift assistance for the woman. Sheahen then administered insulin. EMS also wanted to check the woman’s vital signs. Sheahen reportedly said “those will not be taken tonight”.

Suspected low blood sugar --> administers insulin. Then refuses to takes vital signs…

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    13 days ago

    Court documents state Sheahen, a registered nurse…

    This should be in the headline. In my State at least, a medical professional is liable for negligence and neglect in circumstances where a laymen would not be.