Emergency Scenario 600_f2_306

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor of a two-story wooden building, built in 1930. Main entrance at street level. No elevator. Secondary exit at the back leading to a small yard. No specific security features. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, good visibility, dry roads. GPS coordinates: 65.6821° N, 18.0901° 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 15-20 minutes
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing sudden onset of severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Crushing chest pain radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient is conscious and anxious. Skin is pale and clammy. Patient is sitting on a chair in his office. Medical history: Diagnosed with hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Medications: Lisinopril 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1410 hours: Patient began experiencing chest discomfort while working at his desk.
1415 hours: Chest pain intensified, radiating to left arm, accompanied by shortness of breath.
1417 hours: Patient became diaphoretic and nauseous.
1420 hours: Patient called his son for help.
1422 hours: Son arrived and called emergency services.
1425 hours: Current time, patient still experiencing severe chest pain and shortness of breath.

Prior Events: Patient reports experiencing mild chest discomfort occasionally over the past few weeks, attributing it to indigestion. No prior heart attacks or hospitalizations for cardiac issues. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine physical.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - likely Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain, radiation, diaphoresis, shortness of breath)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical intervention to prevent further myocardial damage
- Potential for rapid deterioration and life-threatening arrhythmias

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (possible, needs further evaluation)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no ripping/tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no sudden pleuritic pain)
5. Esophageal Spasm (less likely given severity and associated symptoms)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- Oxygen administration and cardiac monitoring
- IV access and pain management protocols initiation
- Preparation for transport to nearest 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 18, in Akureyri. It's the office on the ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was at his desk, and then he started saying he had a bad pain in his chest. It's going down his arm. He's sweating and can't breathe well.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but very pale and scared. He's having trouble talking.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller He has high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He takes pills for both, and aspirin daily.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Stay with him and keep him calm. Don't let him move too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_306

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