Emergency Scenario 600_f2_152

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 22, 600 Akureyri, first floor, retail space converted to a small office. Two-story building, concrete and wood construction, built in 1955. Main entrance directly from the street. No elevator. Street parking available. Building has basic fire safety equipment. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, light wind, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6819° N, 18.0915° W. Nearest landmark: Akureyri Art Museum.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 15 minutes
Description:
62-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient is conscious but anxious. Skin pale and clammy. Patient is sitting in a chair in his office. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia. Medications: Lisinopril 20mg daily, Atorvastatin 40mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a sandwich at 12:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1310 hours: Patient began experiencing mild chest discomfort
1315 hours: Chest pain intensified, radiating to left arm, associated with shortness of breath
1318 hours: Patient became diaphoretic and nauseated
1320 hours: Patient called his son, who then called emergency services
1322 hours: Current time, patient still in chair, severe chest pain

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional mild chest discomfort with exertion in the past, but never this severe. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. No recent illnesses or injuries. Patient has a family history of heart disease.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain, radiation, shortness of breath, diaphoresis)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid medical intervention to reduce morbidity and mortality
- Patient at risk of cardiac arrest or other serious complications

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (high probability)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no history of DVT)
5. Esophageal Spasm (less likely, pain is severe and associated with other symptoms)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen therapy and IV access
- Aspirin administration (if not already taken)
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My father is having terrible chest pain! He says it's really bad.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 22, first floor in Akureyri. It's a small office space.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He started feeling chest pain about 10 minutes ago, and now it's really bad. He's having trouble breathing and feels sick.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he's very pale and sweating. He says his arm hurts too.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, he has high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He takes medication for both and also takes aspirin daily.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to keep him calm. Don't let him move too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will stay with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_152

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:44:41.915846

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