Emergency Scenario 600_f2_299

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 23, 600 Akureyri. Ground floor of a two-story wooden commercial building, built in 1955. Main entrance on the street, no security features. Street parking available. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6822° N, 18.0925° W. Nearest landmark: Cultural Center Hof.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 20 minutes
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: crushing chest pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient is pale and anxious. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient is conscious and oriented. Medical history: Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, previous myocardial infarction 5 years ago. Medications: Aspirin 75mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Lisinopril 10mg daily, Metoprolol 50mg twice daily. Allergies: None known. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1430 hours: Patient started experiencing mild chest discomfort while walking.
1445 hours: Chest pain increased in severity, radiating to left arm and jaw.
1448 hours: Patient experienced shortness of breath and started sweating profusely.
1450 hours: Patient called his son for help.
1452 hours: Son arrived and called emergency services.
1454 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing severe chest pain.

Prior Events: Patient had a heart attack 5 years ago and underwent angioplasty. Compliant with medication regimen. No recent illnesses or injuries. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - Likely Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a serious cardiac event based on symptoms and history.
- Chest pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis.
- Patient has a history of previous MI, increasing risk of recurrence.
- Time-sensitive condition requiring immediate medical intervention.

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 chest pain)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities.
- Initiate ECG monitoring and obtain 12-lead ECG.
- Initiate oxygen therapy.
- Administer aspirin if not already taken.
- Prepare for possible transport to hospital with cardiac catheterization lab.

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My father is having terrible chest pain! I think he's having a heart attack!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 23 in Akureyri, ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He started complaining of chest pain about 20 minutes ago. Now it's really bad, and he's sweating and having trouble breathing.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he looks pale and is in a lot of pain. He says it's going down his left arm.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, he has high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He had a heart attack a few years ago.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Do not let him move around too much. Stay with him and keep him calm.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_299

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