Emergency Scenario 600_f2_501

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri. Ground floor of a two-story commercial building, converted into office space. Main entrance faces the street with a single glass door. No security features. Building is of older construction, concrete and wood. Parking available on the street. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, light wind. GPS coordinates: 65.6821° N, 18.0915° 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:
62-year-old male, experiencing severe chest pain. Primary symptoms: Crushing chest pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis. Secondary symptoms: Nausea, dizziness. Patient is pale and anxious. Patient sitting on a chair in his office. Medical history: Hypertension, hyperlipidemia, family history of heart disease. 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:
1415 hours: Patient began experiencing mild chest discomfort
1420 hours: Chest pain intensified, radiating to left arm and jaw
1422 hours: Patient started sweating profusely and felt short of breath
1425 hours: Patient called his colleague for help
1427 hours: Colleague called emergency services
1429 hours: Current time, patient still experiencing severe chest pain

Prior Events: Patient reports occasional mild chest discomfort over the past few months, attributed to indigestion. No prior hospitalizations for cardiac issues. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient is a smoker, 1 pack per day for 40 years.

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 symptoms and risk factors
- Severe chest pain with radiation, shortness of breath, diaphoresis
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid medical intervention to prevent irreversible damage

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (high probability)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no reported back pain)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no history of recent surgery or prolonged immobility)
5. Esophageal Spasm (less likely, symptoms more severe)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG monitoring and interpretation
- Oxygen administration
- Aspirin administration
- 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 right away. What is your address?
Caller It's Hafnarstræti 18, ground floor, in Akureyri.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you describe the chest pain?
Caller He says it's crushing, like a heavy weight on his chest. It's going down his left arm and into his jaw. He's sweating and having trouble breathing.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but looks very pale and is very anxious. He's also feeling nauseous.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions or take any medications?
Caller Yes, he has high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He takes medication for those, and he takes aspirin daily. He smokes a lot too.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Do not let him move around. Stay with him and keep him calm.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_501

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:43:04.593694

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