Emergency Scenario 600_f2_416

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor. Two-story wooden building constructed in 1930. Main entrance is at street level, no steps. No elevator. Street parking available. Building is equipped with smoke detectors. Current conditions: 7°C, clear skies, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6828° N, 18.0899° 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: Crushing chest pain radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, sweating. 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: Type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia. Medications: Metformin 1000mg twice daily, Lisinopril 20mg daily, Atorvastatin 40mg daily. Known allergy to penicillin. Last meal was lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1430 hours: Patient experienced sudden onset of chest pain while watching TV
1432 hours: Pain intensified, patient became short of breath and started sweating
1435 hours: Patient called his son for help
1437 hours: Son arrived and called emergency services
1440 hours: Current time, patient still experiencing severe chest pain

Prior Events: Patient has had several episodes of mild chest discomfort in the past month, but no prior medical evaluation. Patient reports feeling unwell for the past few days with increased fatigue. No recent illnesses or injuries. Last medical check-up was 6 months ago, routine follow-up.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - Possible Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain, radiation, diaphoresis)
- Patient has multiple risk factors (diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical evaluation and intervention

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (high probability)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely given presentation)
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
- Cardiac monitoring initiation
- Oxygen administration if needed
- 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 severe chest pain! He's sweating and can't breathe properly.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, ground floor in Akureyri.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was watching TV and suddenly started complaining of chest pain. He said it feels like crushing and it's going down his left arm. He's very pale.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but very anxious. He is having trouble breathing and says he feels dizzy.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, he has diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. He takes medication for all of those.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Please try to keep him calm and do not let him move too much. I will stay on the line with you.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_416

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