Emergency Scenario 600_f2_376

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, third floor apartment 3B. A four-story mixed-use building, built in 1965, with commercial spaces on the ground floor and residential units above. Main entrance on Hafnarstræti, accessible via a shared hallway and stairwell. No elevator. Street parking available, often limited. Building has a fire alarm system. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, moderate visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6819° N, 18.0915° 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 severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Sudden onset of crushing chest pain, radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient is conscious but anxious. Skin is pale and clammy. Patient is sitting on a chair in his living room. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes. Medications: Metformin 1000mg twice daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Lisinopril 10mg daily. Known allergy to penicillin. Last meal was a sandwich at 11:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1210 hours: Patient was watching TV, sudden onset of chest pain
1212 hours: Patient reports pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath
1214 hours: Patient feels nauseous, diaphoretic
1215 hours: Patient called emergency services
1217 hours: Current time, patient sitting on chair, still experiencing chest pain

Prior Events: Patient has a history of poorly controlled hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Patient reports similar but less severe episodes of chest discomfort in the past year. Last medical check-up was 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient lives alone.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - likely Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of life-threatening cardiac event based on classic ACS symptoms
- Severe chest pain, radiating pain, shortness of breath, diaphoresis
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical evaluation and treatment

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 presentation)
5. Gastroesophageal Reflux (less likely given severity and radiating pain)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen administration
- Aspirin administration (if no contraindications)
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I... I think I'm having a heart attack! My chest hurts so bad!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help right away. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, apartment 3B, third floor in Akureyri.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the pain?
Caller It's... it's crushing, like someone is sitting on my chest. It's going down my left arm and jaw.
Dispatcher Are you having trouble breathing?
Caller Yes, I'm short of breath... and I feel sick to my stomach... I'm sweating a lot.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, I have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. I take medications for them.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to stay calm and don't move around too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I'll try to stay still.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_376

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:22:05.850237

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