Emergency Scenario 600_f2_148

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor of a two-story wooden building, built in 1950. Main entrance at street level, no steps. No elevator. Street parking available. Building has a basic fire alarm system. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6822° N, 18.0921° W. Nearest landmark: Akureyri Art Museum.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Suspected Myocardial Infarction
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 20 minutes
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing sudden onset chest pain. Primary symptoms: Severe, crushing chest pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis, nausea. Patient reports feeling lightheaded and anxious. Secondary symptoms: Pale skin, clammy to the touch. Patient is conscious but distressed. Medical history: Hypertension, type 2 diabetes, hyperlipidemia. Medications: Metformin 1000mg twice daily, Lisinopril 20mg daily, Atorvastatin 40mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. Known allergy to penicillin. Last meal was a sandwich at 12:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1330 hours: Patient experienced sudden onset of chest pain while sitting at his desk.
1332 hours: Pain intensified, patient became diaphoretic and short of breath.
1335 hours: Patient attempted to take antacids, no relief.
1337 hours: Patient called his son, who then called emergency services.
1340 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing chest pain and difficulty breathing.

Prior Events: Patient has a history of stable angina, but this pain is different, more severe, and not relieved by rest. No recent hospitalizations or surgeries. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient lives alone.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a cardiac event based on symptoms and risk factors
- Severe chest pain, radiating pain, diaphoresis, and shortness of breath
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical intervention

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (likely, but needs evaluation)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no recent immobilization or surgery)
5. Musculoskeletal Chest Pain (less likely, given severity and associated symptoms)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen administration
- Aspirin administration (if not already taken)
- Pain management protocols initiation
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac catheterization lab

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My father is having terrible chest pain! I think he's having a heart attack!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, ground floor in Akureyri.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was sitting at his desk and suddenly started complaining of severe chest pain. He's sweating and can't breathe properly. It's like he's crushing his chest.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he's in a lot of pain and looks very pale. He's also feeling sick.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, he has high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. He also takes aspirin daily.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to keep him calm and comfortable. Don't give him anything to eat or drink.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_148

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:44:01.868878

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