Emergency Scenario 600_f2_154

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 23, 600 Akureyri, Ground floor of a two-story commercial building, built in 1955. Main entrance faces the street. No elevator. One main entrance and one back exit. No security features. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6835° N, 18.0921° 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 15-30 minutes
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing sudden onset chest pain. Primary symptoms: Severe, crushing chest pain radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient reports feeling nauseous and lightheaded. Secondary symptoms: Anxiety, feeling of impending doom. Patient is conscious and alert but appears distressed. Skin is pale and clammy. Patient sitting on a chair in his office. Medical history: Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, smoker for 40 years. Medications: Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Lisinopril 10mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
14:30 hours: Patient started experiencing mild chest discomfort.
14:40 hours: Chest pain increased in intensity and started radiating to the left arm.
14:45 hours: Patient became short of breath and started sweating profusely.
14:48 hours: Patient called emergency services. 
14:50 hours: Current time, patient sitting in office, awaiting help.

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional episodes of mild chest discomfort over the past few weeks, but no prior episodes of severe pain. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. No recent illnesses or injuries. Patient has a stressful job. Patient reports family history of heart disease.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of life-threatening condition based on symptoms and risk factors
- Severe chest pain, radiation to left arm, diaphoresis, shortness of breath
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid medical intervention to limit myocardial damage

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (likely)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no pleuritic pain or recent surgery)
5. Esophageal Spasm (less likely, pain is severe and radiating)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- Administration of oxygen and aspirin (if not already taken)
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I think I'm having a heart attack! I have terrible chest pain.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 23 in Akureyri, ground floor office.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the pain?
Caller It's crushing, like a heavy weight on my chest. It's going down my left arm. I'm sweating and feel sick.
Dispatcher Are you short of breath?
Caller Yes, I can't breathe properly. I feel lightheaded.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions?
Caller I have high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I smoke.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Don't move around too much. Try to stay calm.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_154

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:45:01.756521

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