Emergency Scenario 600_f2_504

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 18, 600 Akureyri, Ground floor of a two-story commercial building. Constructed in 1965, brick and concrete. Main entrance facing the street, accessible via a small step. No elevator. Parking available on the street. No security features. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6832° N, 18.0899° 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:
68-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 alert and anxious. Skin pale and clammy. Patient is sitting in a chair in his office. Medical history: Hypertension, type 2 diabetes, hypercholesterolemia. Medications: Metformin 500mg twice daily, Ramipril 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily. Known allergy to penicillin. Last meal was 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. Patient became diaphoretic and short of breath.
1422 hours: Patient experienced nausea and dizziness.
1425 hours: Patient called emergency services.
1427 hours: Current time, patient still experiencing severe chest pain and shortness of breath.

Prior Events: Patient has a history of stable angina, but reports this pain is significantly worse than previous episodes. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. Patient reports no recent illnesses or injuries. Patient was at work when symptoms began.

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 classic symptoms.
- Severe chest pain, radiating to left arm and jaw, diaphoresis, shortness of breath.
- Time-sensitive condition requiring rapid intervention to minimize myocardial damage.

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Myocardial Infarction (high probability)
2. Unstable Angina (high probability)
3. Aortic Dissection (less likely, no back pain reported)
4. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely, no pleuritic pain or hemoptysis)
5. Esophageal Spasm (less likely given symptom severity and associated symptoms)

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 capabilities

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what's your emergency?
Caller I need an ambulance, I have terrible chest pain!
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 an elephant sitting on my chest! It's going down my left arm and jaw. I can't breathe well!
Dispatcher Are you feeling dizzy or nauseous?
Caller Yes, I'm feeling very dizzy and nauseous. I'm sweating a lot.
Dispatcher Do you have any medical conditions or allergies?
Caller I have high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. I'm allergic to penicillin.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Please stay calm and try to relax. Do you have any aspirin with you?
Caller No, I don't have any aspirin here. Thank you, please hurry!

Scenario Number: 600_f2_504

Generated At: 2024-12-15T15:43:34.407455

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