Emergency Scenario 600_f2_436

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, ground floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in 1950. Main entrance is at street level with no steps. One exit at the back leading to a small yard. No elevator. Street parking available. Building has basic fire safety measures. Current conditions: 8°C, clear skies, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6837° N, 18.0899° W. Nearest landmark: Akureyri Art Museum.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Suspected Myocardial Infarction
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 20 minutes
Description:
62-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 sitting on a chair in his living room. Medical history: Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia. Medications: Lisinopril 20mg daily, Atorvastatin 40mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1415 hours: Patient reports sudden onset of severe chest pain while watching TV
1416 hours: Pain intensifies, patient becomes diaphoretic
1417 hours: Patient reports shortness of breath and nausea
1418 hours: Patient calls emergency services
1420 hours: Current time, patient is still experiencing chest pain

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional mild chest discomfort in the past few months, attributed to indigestion. No prior cardiac events. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient lives alone.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a life-threatening cardiac event based on symptoms
- Severe chest pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical intervention to minimize myocardial damage

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Angina Pectoris (less likely given severity of pain)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely given no reported tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (lower probability, no reported hemoptysis or sudden onset of dyspnea)

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

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I have terrible chest pain! I think I'm having a heart attack.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, in Akureyri. Ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the pain?
Caller It's crushing, like someone is sitting on my chest. It's going down my left arm and into my jaw. I'm sweating and feel sick.
Dispatcher Are you having trouble breathing?
Caller Yes, I am. It's hard to catch my breath.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions?
Caller I have high blood pressure and cholesterol. I take pills for both.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Don't move around too much. Stay calm and try to relax.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will try.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_436

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:32:09.523010

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