Emergency Scenario 600_f2_482

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 23, 600 Akureyri, ground floor, commercial building. Two-story concrete building built in 1965. Main entrance is at street level, no stairs. Multiple large glass windows. Street parking available. Building is equipped with fire alarms and sprinkler system. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, moderate visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6839° N, 18.0928° 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 left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Patient reports feeling dizzy and nauseous. Patient is conscious and anxious. Skin is pale and clammy. Patient sitting on a chair in his office. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, type 2 diabetes. Medications: Metformin 1000mg twice daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily, Lisinopril 10mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a light lunch at 13:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1415 hours: Patient started feeling mild chest discomfort
1420 hours: Chest pain intensified, radiating to left arm
1422 hours: Patient became short of breath, started sweating
1425 hours: Patient called his son for help
1427 hours: Son arrived, called emergency services
1429 hours: Current time, patient sitting in office, experiencing severe chest pain

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional mild chest discomfort in the past, attributed to indigestion. No prior cardiac events. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient has a history of smoking, quit 2 years ago. No recent illnesses or injuries.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) / Myocardial Infarction
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of life-threatening condition based on symptoms and risk factors
- Severe chest pain, radiating to left arm, shortness of breath, diaphoresis
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical evaluation and treatment

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (likely)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely given presentation)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely given presentation)
5. Gastroesophageal Reflux (less likely given severity of pain)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen administration
- Aspirin administration (if not contraindicated)
- 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 terrible chest pain! He's in his office, Hafnarstræti 23.
Dispatcher Okay, I'm sending help. What is your father's age?
Caller He's 65 years old.
Dispatcher Can you describe the chest pain?
Caller It's really bad, he says it feels like crushing. It's going down his left arm. He's sweating and can't breathe well.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but very distressed. He's sitting in his chair.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller Yes, he has high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. He takes medication for all of them.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Do not move him unless absolutely necessary. Keep him as calm as possible.
Caller Okay, thank you. I'll stay with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_482

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:39:54.336195

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