Emergency Scenario 600_f2_468

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 19, 600 Akureyri, ground floor. A two-story wooden building built in 1955, with a small shop on the ground floor and residential above. Main entrance at street level, no elevator. Street parking available. Building has basic fire safety equipment. Current conditions: 7°C, clear skies, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6822° N, 18.0892° 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 the left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient is conscious and anxious. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient sitting in a chair in his shop. Medical history: Hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, history of smoking. Medications: Lisinopril 20mg daily, Atorvastatin 40mg daily, Aspirin 75mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1430 hours: Patient started experiencing mild chest discomfort while working in his shop
1440 hours: Chest pain intensified, radiating to the left arm. Patient became diaphoretic and short of breath
1445 hours: Patient sat down, feeling dizzy and nauseous
1448 hours: Patient called emergency services
1450 hours: Current time, patient still experiencing severe chest pain

Prior Events: Patient has been experiencing occasional mild chest discomfort for the past few weeks, which he attributed to indigestion. No recent illnesses or injuries. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient lives alone, but his son works nearby.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - likely Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a life-threatening cardiac event based on presentation
- Severe chest pain radiating to the left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis
- Time-sensitive condition requiring immediate medical intervention

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (less likely given severity of pain and diaphoresis)
3. Aortic Dissection (lower probability, no reported tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely given no specific risk factors)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and acquisition
- Oxygen administration and IV access
- Pain management protocols initiation
- Preparation for rapid transport to nearest hospital with cardiac services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I have terrible chest pain! It's very bad.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 19, in Akureyri. I'm on the ground floor in my shop.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what kind of pain you are having?
Caller It's crushing! Like a heavy weight on my chest. It's going down my left arm. I feel terrible.
Dispatcher Are you short of breath?
Caller Yes, I can't breathe properly. I'm also sweating and feel dizzy.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions?
Caller I have high blood pressure and cholesterol. And I used to smoke.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Stay calm and try to relax. Don't move too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_468

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