Emergency Scenario 600_f2_206

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 22, 600 Akureyri. Ground floor of a two-story wooden building, built in 1955. Main entrance faces the street, with a small step. No elevator. Street parking available. Building has a simple alarm system. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6822° N, 18.0912° 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 15 minutes
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient reports sudden onset of symptoms while resting at home. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, lightheadedness. Patient is conscious and anxious. Skin is pale and clammy. Patient sitting on a chair in the living room. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes. Medications: Metformin 1000mg twice daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Lisinopril 10mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1445 hours: Patient began experiencing mild chest discomfort
1450 hours: Chest pain became severe, radiating to the left arm, shortness of breath developed
1452 hours: Patient started sweating profusely, felt nauseous
1455 hours: Patient called his son for help, who then called emergency services
1457 hours: Current time, patient is still sitting in a chair, experiencing severe chest pain

Prior Events: Patient has had occasional mild chest discomfort in the past, attributed to indigestion. No prior hospitalizations for cardiac issues. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient lives with his wife, who is currently out shopping.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of cardiac event based on symptoms (chest pain, radiation, diaphoresis)
- Potential for life-threatening complications (arrhythmia, cardiac arrest)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid medical intervention

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Angina Pectoris (less likely given severity of pain and diaphoresis)
3. Pulmonary Embolism (lower probability, no reported leg swelling or recent travel)
4. Aortic Dissection (lower probability, no reported tearing sensation)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen administration
- Pain management protocols initiation
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac catheterization capabilities

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My father is having terrible chest pain! I think he is having a heart attack!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 22, in Akureyri. Ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was just sitting down and then he started complaining about chest pain. It's very bad, he is sweating and can't breathe well.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he looks very pale and scared.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller He has high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. He takes medications for all of them.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Don't try to move him. Stay with him and keep him calm.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_206

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:53:44.896165

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