Emergency Scenario 600_f2_398

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor, commercial space converted into a small office. Single-story building, built in 1960, concrete construction. Main entrance faces Hafnarstræti. No elevator, two small steps at the entrance. Street parking available. Building has basic security with a standard lock. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, moderate wind. GPS coordinates: 65.6828° N, 18.0908° W. Nearest landmark: Akureyri Art Museum.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Possible Acute Coronary Syndrome
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 20 minutes
Description:
56-year-old male, experiencing sudden onset chest pain. Primary symptoms: severe, crushing chest pain radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient is pale and anxious. Patient is sitting in an office chair. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia. Medications: Amlodipine 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a sandwich at 12:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1310 hours: Patient experienced sudden onset of chest pain while working at his desk.
1312 hours: Pain intensified and radiated to his left arm. Patient started feeling short of breath.
1313 hours: Patient became diaphoretic and felt nauseous.
1315 hours: Patient called emergency services.
1317 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, and nausea.

Prior Events: Patient reports no recent illnesses or injuries. He had a routine check-up six months ago, with no significant findings except for elevated cholesterol levels. No prior history of chest pain or cardiac issues. Patient reports high stress levels at work recently.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a cardiac event based on classic presentation of chest pain, radiation, shortness of breath, and diaphoresis.
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid assessment, ECG, and potential interventions.
- Patient's risk factors (hypertension, hyperlipidemia) increase suspicion of ACS.

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (high probability)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely given pain description)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely given lack of risk factors)
5. Musculoskeletal Chest Pain (less likely given severity and radiation)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG acquisition and interpretation
- Oxygen administration if required
- 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 really bad!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. Can you tell me your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, in Akureyri. I'm in the office downstairs.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the pain?
Caller It's like... crushing pain in my chest. It's going down my left arm. I can't breathe properly.
Dispatcher Are you feeling dizzy or nauseous?
Caller Yes, I feel very sick. And I'm sweating a lot.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions or take any medications?
Caller I have high blood pressure and cholesterol. I take pills for them.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Try to stay calm and don't move too much. We'll be there soon.
Caller Okay, I'll try. Please hurry.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_398

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:25:47.061026

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