Emergency Scenario 600_f2_477

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, Ground floor of a two-story commercial building, former shop, now a small office. Main entrance is at street level with a small step. No elevator. One main exit to the street and a back door to a parking lot. Building is approximately 40 years old, concrete construction. Current conditions: 8°C, clear skies, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6832° N, 18.0895° 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 15 minutes
Description:
56-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Sudden onset of crushing chest pain, radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis, nausea. Patient is pale and anxious. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, previous smoking history (quit 5 years ago). Medications: Lisinopril 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1415 hours: Patient was sitting at his desk when he suddenly felt a crushing pain in his chest.
1416 hours: Pain intensified, radiating down his left arm. Patient started sweating and felt nauseous.
1417 hours: Patient attempted to walk but felt dizzy and short of breath.
1418 hours: Patient called his colleague for help.
1420 hours: Colleague called emergency services. Patient is now sitting on a chair, pale and distressed.

Prior Events: Patient has had no recent illnesses or injuries. Last medical check-up 6 months ago showed stable hypertension and hyperlipidemia. No previous history of cardiac issues reported.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) - Possible Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of a life-threatening cardiac event based on symptoms
- Severe chest pain, radiating to left arm, associated with diaphoresis and shortness of breath
- 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, no reported tearing pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no reported risk factors)
5. Musculoskeletal Chest Pain (less likely given the severity and associated symptoms)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- Initiate cardiac monitoring and oxygen therapy
- Pain management protocols initiation
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac services

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller My colleague is having terrible chest pain! I think he's having a heart attack!
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, in Akureyri. Ground floor, it's an office.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was sitting at his desk, and suddenly he grabbed his chest. He says it's crushing pain, and he's sweating a lot. He looks very pale.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake, but he's having trouble breathing. He says the pain is going down his left arm.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller He has high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He used to smoke, but he quit a few years ago.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Stay with him and try to keep him calm. Do not let him move too much.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_477

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