Emergency Scenario 600_f2_71

F2

Location Information

Full Location:
Hafnarstræti 96, 600 Akureyri, ground floor of a two-story commercial building, converted to a small office. The building is approximately 50 years old, concrete construction with a single main entrance facing the street. There are large windows along the street front. Access is via a single door with a standard lock. No security system. Current conditions: 7°C, overcast, light wind, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.6810° N, 18.0880° W. Nearest landmark: Hof Cultural and Conference Center.
Municipality: Akureyri
Postal Code: 600

Emergency Details

Type: Chest Pain - Suspected Cardiac
Priority Level: F2
Response Time Goal: Within 20 minutes
Description:
52-year-old male, experiencing sudden onset chest pain. Primary symptoms: severe, crushing chest pain radiating to left arm and jaw, shortness of breath, diaphoresis, nausea. Patient appears pale and anxious. Medical history: hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoker (20 pack-years). Medications: Amlodipine 10mg daily, Atorvastatin 20mg daily. No known allergies. Last meal was a sandwich at 12:00.

History of Events

Timeline:
1345 hours: Patient experienced sudden onset of chest pain while at his desk working.
1346 hours: Pain increased in intensity, radiating to left arm and jaw. Patient became short of breath and diaphoretic.
1347 hours: Patient felt nauseous and asked colleague for help. 
1348 hours: Colleague called emergency services.
1350 hours: Current time, patient is sitting on a chair, pale and distressed.

Prior Events: Patient has experienced occasional mild chest discomfort in the past few months but dismissed it as indigestion. Last medical check-up 6 months ago, routine follow-up. No recent illnesses or injuries.

Diagnostics

Initial Assessment

Initial Impression: Suspected Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Justification for F2 Classification:
- High probability of acute cardiac event based on classic symptoms (chest pain, radiation, diaphoresis, shortness of breath)
- Patient has multiple risk factors for cardiac disease (hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoking)
- Time-sensitive condition requiring prompt medical evaluation and intervention

Differential Diagnoses:
1. Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) (high probability)
2. Angina Pectoris (less likely given severity and duration of pain)
3. Pulmonary Embolism (less likely given lack of risk factors for PE)
4. Aortic Dissection (less likely given lack of tearing pain)

Required Actions:
- Dispatch of ground EMS with ALS capabilities
- ECG acquisition and interpretation on scene
- Administration of aspirin and oxygen if indicated
- Preparation for transport to nearest hospital with cardiac catheterization lab

Final Diagnosis

Emergency Call Transcript

Dispatcher Emergency services, what is your emergency?
Caller My colleague is having severe 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 96, in Akureyri. It's a small office on the ground floor.
Dispatcher Help is on its way. Can you tell me what happened?
Caller He was working at his desk and suddenly grabbed his chest. He says it's really bad, he's sweating and can't breathe well.
Dispatcher Is he awake and talking to you?
Caller Yes, he's awake but he looks pale and very distressed. He says the pain is going down his arm.
Dispatcher Does he have any medical conditions?
Caller He has high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He also smokes.
Dispatcher Okay, the ambulance is on its way. Don't let him move around too much. Stay with him and keep him as calm as you can.
Caller Okay, thank you. I will wait here with him.

Scenario Number: 600_f2_71

Generated At: 2024-12-15T14:31:10.154400

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