Ventricular fibrillation and sudden death triggered by a blunt, non penetrating, and often innocent appearing unintentional blow to the chest without damage to the ribs, sternum, or heart (and in the absence of underlying cardiovascular disease) constitute an event know as commotio cordis, which translates from the Latin as agitation of the heart.
Nurse Hotline. All Neighborcare Health patients can now call the free Nurse Advice Line to get health care information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. To speak to a nurse, call toll free 1-866-418-1002 (voice) or 1-866-418-1006 (TTY for speech or hearing impaired).
For any safety concerns, please contact the administrative representative by calling 765-298-4242. Please feel free to contact the patient representative at 765-298-5169 at any time to offer suggestions or share your concerns about your hospital visit. Also a Nursing Administrative Representative is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week by contacting the hospital switchboard at 765-298-4242. If you are unable to resolve the issue promptly, an investigation of your issue will be completed within 7-10 days.