Emergency Scenario 600_f2_160

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 23, 600 Akureyri. Second floor office suite within a 3-story commercial building built in 1965, with a mix of retail and office spaces. Main entrance is on the street level, with a secondary entrance at the rear for staff. Elevator access available. No known security codes. Weather conditions: 8°C, overcast, light breeze. GPS coordinates: 65.6811° N, 18.0887° W. Nearest landmark: The Cultural Centre Hof.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Suspected Myocardial Infarction
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 15-30 minutes
Description:
51-year-old male experiencing severe chest pain, described as crushing and radiating to his left arm and jaw. Patient is diaphoretic and reports shortness of breath. Patient is conscious but appears anxious. Initial vital signs reported by caller: rapid breathing, pale skin, and profuse sweating. Patient is at work in his office, sitting in a chair. Medical history: Reports a previous episode of high cholesterol, no other significant history. Medications: Atorvastatin 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a sandwich at 12:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1315 hours: Patient reports sudden onset of severe chest pain while working at his desk.
1316 hours: Pain radiates to his left arm and jaw, accompanied by shortness of breath.
1317 hours: Patient becomes diaphoretic and feels dizzy.
1318 hours: Patient asks his colleague to call emergency services.
1320 hours: Current time, patient is sitting in his chair, conscious but distressed.

Prior Events: Patient reports no recent illnesses or injuries. Last medical check-up was 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Reports occasional mild chest discomfort in the past, but nothing like this. Patient has a family history of heart disease (father had a heart attack at age 60).

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain radiating to arm and jaw, diaphoresis, shortness of breath)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid medical intervention to minimize myocardial damage
- Patient reports significant symptoms suggestive of a severe cardiac event

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Angina Pectoris (less likely given severity and radiation of pain)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no mention of tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no specific risk factors mentioned)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- Immediate administration of oxygen
- ECG monitoring and 12-lead acquisition
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My colleague is having a very bad chest pain! I think he is having a heart attack.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 23, second floor in Akureyri.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what is happening?
Caller He suddenly started having severe chest pain, he says it's crushing. It's going down his left arm and jaw. He's sweating a lot and can't breathe well.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he looks very bad. He's really pale and looks scared.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller He has high cholesterol and takes medication for it. I don't know about other conditions.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Please keep him calm and try to keep him still. Don't let him walk around.
Caller Okay, I will stay with him. Thank you.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_160

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:46:03.183828

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