Emergency Scenario 600_f2_309

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor retail space. Single-story commercial building constructed in 1960. Main entrance is street-level with double doors. No stairs or elevator. Street parking available. Building has a basic security alarm system. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6817° N, 18.0910° 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 20 minutes
Description:
65-year-old male, experiencing sudden onset chest pain while at work. Primary symptoms: Severe, crushing chest pain radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient reports feeling lightheaded and nauseous. Secondary symptoms: Anxiety, pallor. Patient is conscious but distressed. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia. Medications: Lisinopril 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 12:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1345 hours: Patient reports sudden onset of severe chest pain while stocking shelves
1346 hours: Patient became diaphoretic, experienced shortness of breath
1347 hours: Patient sat down, reported feeling lightheaded
1348 hours: Patient's coworker called emergency services
1350 hours: Current time, patient is sitting on a chair in the back of the store, conscious but distressed

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional mild chest discomfort on exertion in the past year, no prior cardiac events. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. No recent illnesses or injuries. Patient is a smoker (1 pack per day).

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - likely Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a life-threatening cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain, radiation, diaphoresis)
- Patient's risk factors (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoking) increase suspicion
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical intervention to minimize myocardial damage

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (possible)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely given presentation)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely given lack of specific risk factors)
5. Musculoskeletal Chest Pain (less likely given severity and associated symptoms)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Administration of oxygen and aspirin
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac catheterization lab

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My coworker 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 shop on the ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was stocking shelves and suddenly clutched his chest. He said it's a really bad pain. He's sweating and breathing heavily.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he looks terrible. He says his arm hurts and he feels sick.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller He has high blood pressure and high cholesterol, I think. And he smokes a lot.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to keep him calm and don't let him move too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will stay with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_309

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:10:55.758640

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