Emergency Scenario 600_f2_389

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor of the main building, near the entrance. Two-story building with a mix of commercial and residential spaces. Built in 1965, concrete structure. Street-level entrance, no steps. No security system. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, good visibility, dry road conditions. GPS coordinates: 65.6833° N, 18.0925° 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:
68-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Crushing chest pain radiating to the left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient alert but anxious. Skin pale and clammy. Patient is sitting on a chair in the reception area. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes. Medications: Metformin 1000mg twice daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Lisinopril 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1430 hours: Patient felt sudden onset of chest pain while walking to his car
1432 hours: Pain intensified, patient became short of breath and started sweating
1435 hours: Patient entered the building and asked for help at reception
1437 hours: Receptionist called emergency services
1438 hours: Current time, patient still experiencing chest pain, sitting in a chair

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional mild chest discomfort in the past, attributed to indigestion. No prior cardiac events. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient is a non-smoker and reports moderate alcohol consumption on weekends.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of cardiac event based on chest pain characteristics and risk factors
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical intervention
- Potential for rapid deterioration

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 recent surgery or immobilization)
5. Musculoskeletal Chest Pain (less likely given severity and radiation)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen administration
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac catheterization lab
- Early hospital notification

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller A man here is having severe chest pain! He looks very unwell.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is the address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, in Akureyri. Ground floor, near the main entrance.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the pain?
Caller He says it's a crushing pain in his chest, going down his left arm and into his jaw. He's also sweating a lot and looks pale.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but very distressed. He's having trouble breathing.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions you are aware of?
Caller I think he has high blood pressure and diabetes. He was just walking and suddenly clutched his chest.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Please keep him calm and try to make him comfortable. Do not give him anything to eat or drink.
Caller Okay, thank you. I'll stay with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_389

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:24:15.651913

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