Emergency Scenario 400_f2_1

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hlíðarvegur 7, 400 Ísafjörður, Single-story residential house. Built in 1985, wood frame construction. Main entrance on the south side, no steps. Street parking available. No security system. Current conditions: 3°C, light snow, moderate visibility. GPS coordinates: 66.0765° N, 23.1279° W. Nearest landmark: Ísafjörður Hospital.
Municipality: Ísafjörður
Postal Code: 400

Emergency Details

Type: Acute Coronary Syndrome - Non STEMI
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Urgent (15-30 minutes)
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing chest pain. Primary symptoms: severe, crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: nausea, dizziness. Patient is conscious and anxious. Skin is pale and clammy. Patient is sitting upright in his living room. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia. Medications: Ramipril 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1415 hours: Patient started experiencing chest discomfort
1420 hours: Chest pain intensified, radiating to left arm
1425 hours: Patient developed shortness of breath and diaphoresis
1430 hours: Patient called emergency services
1432 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing chest pain

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional episodes of mild chest discomfort in the past, but nothing this severe. Last medical check-up was 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient lives alone.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (Non-STEMI)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of cardiac ischemia based on chest pain characteristics, radiation, and associated symptoms
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical evaluation and treatment
- Potential for progression to life-threatening arrhythmias or myocardial infarction

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (Non-STEMI) (high probability)
2. Angina Pectoris (less likely given severity and duration of symptoms)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no reported tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no risk factors or sudden onset)
5. Musculoskeletal Chest Pain (less likely given radiation and associated symptoms)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring initiation
- Oxygen administration if needed
- Aspirin administration if no contraindications
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiology services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I think I'm having a heart attack! My chest hurts really bad.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hlíðarvegur 7, in Ísafjörður.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller I was just sitting here and my chest started hurting. It's a crushing pain, and it's going down my left arm. I feel sick and sweaty.
Dispatcher Are you still conscious?
Caller Yes, I'm awake, but I feel really bad. I can't catch my breath.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions?
Caller I have high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I take pills for that.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Do not try to move around. Stay as calm as possible and wait for them to arrive.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here.

Scenario Number: 400_f2_1

Generated At: 2024-12-15T08:42:17.010609

Report Created: 2024-12-15 20:59:49