Emergency Scenario 600_f2_240

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 22, 600 Akureyri, ground floor of a two-story wooden building built in 1955. Main entrance is accessible directly from the street. No elevator. Street parking available. Building equipped with a basic fire alarm system. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, moderate visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6825° N, 18.0920° 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:
65-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Sudden onset of crushing chest pain, radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient reports feeling anxious and lightheaded. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, mild dizziness. Patient is sitting on a chair in his office. Medical history: Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, family history of heart disease. Medications: Lisinopril 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1445 hours: Patient started experiencing mild chest discomfort.
1450 hours: Chest pain increased in intensity and began radiating to the left arm.
1452 hours: Patient developed shortness of breath and diaphoresis.
1455 hours: Patient called emergency services.
1457 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing severe chest pain and shortness of breath.

Prior Events: Patient reports experiencing occasional mild chest discomfort over the past few weeks. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. No recent illnesses or injuries. Patient works as an accountant, sedentary lifestyle.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a serious cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain, radiation, shortness of breath, diaphoresis)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring immediate medical intervention to minimize myocardial damage
- Patient's risk factors (hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, family history) increase suspicion for ACS

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (likely)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely given no reported back pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely given primary symptom of chest pain)
5. Esophageal Spasm (less likely given severity and radiation of pain)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- Rapid ECG acquisition and interpretation
- Oxygen administration and IV access
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac catheterization capabilities

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what is your emergency?
Caller I'm having terrible chest pain! It's really bad, I think I need help.
Dispatcher Okay, I am sending help. Can you tell me your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 22, in Akureyri. I'm on the ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the pain?
Caller It's like a crushing pain in my chest. It's going down my left arm. I'm also short of breath.
Dispatcher Are you feeling dizzy or nauseous?
Caller Yes, a bit dizzy and nauseous. I'm sweating a lot too.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. I also take aspirin.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to stay calm and sit still. Do not move around too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_240

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:59:27.275516

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