Emergency Scenario 600_f2_19

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 99, 600 Akureyri, third-floor office, suite 302. Modern four-story commercial building constructed in 2015. Main entrance requires a key card during non-business hours, otherwise open. Elevator and central stairwell access. Street parking available. Building equipped with a sprinkler system and fire alarm. Current conditions: 7°C, clear skies, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6837° N, 18.0917° W. Nearest landmark: Akureyri Art Museum.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Acute Pain Management
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Urgent (15-30 minutes)
Description:
45-year-old male, sudden onset of severe abdominal pain. Primary symptoms: Intense, sharp pain in the upper abdomen, radiating to the back, nausea, and sweating. Patient reports the pain started suddenly about 20 minutes ago. Secondary symptoms: Pale skin, restlessness, patient is doubled over in pain. Patient is conscious and able to speak. Medical history: Patient has a history of gallstones, no known allergies. Medications: None regularly, takes over-the-counter paracetamol occasionally. Last meal was a sandwich at 12:30.

History of Events

Timeline:
13:45 hours: Patient experienced sudden onset of severe abdominal pain while working at his desk.
13:47 hours: Patient attempted to take an antacid, with no relief.
13:50 hours: Pain intensified, patient became nauseated and started sweating.
13:55 hours: Patient called emergency services.
13:58 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing severe pain, unable to find a comfortable position.

Prior Events: Patient had a similar episode of milder pain about 3 months ago, which resolved spontaneously. Patient has been under some stress recently due to work deadlines. No recent illnesses or injuries. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine physical.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Biliary Colic or Pancreatitis
Justification for F2 Classification:
- Severe pain with potential for rapid deterioration
- Possible serious underlying conditions requiring urgent medical evaluation
- Time-sensitive condition requiring pain management and diagnostic assessment

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Biliary Colic (high probability given history of gallstones)
2. Acute Pancreatitis (possible given location and severity of pain)
3. Peptic Ulcer Perforation (less likely but should be considered)
4. Myocardial Infarction (less likely but cannot be excluded)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- Pain management protocols initiation
- ECG monitoring to rule out cardiac etiology
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with surgical services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I have terrible pain in my stomach! I think I need help!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 99, office suite 302, third floor in Akureyri.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller I was just working and suddenly, I got this awful pain in my upper stomach. It's radiating to my back. I feel sick to my stomach.
Dispatcher Is the pain constant or does it come and go?
Caller It's constant, and it's getting worse. I'm sweating and feel really bad.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions or allergies?
Caller I have a history of gallstones. I don't have any allergies.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to stay calm. Don't eat or drink anything. We will be there soon.
Caller Okay, thank you. I'll try to stay calm.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_19

Generated At: 2024-12-15T09:21:28.488790

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