Hafnargata 12, 735 Norðfjörður, single-story residential house. Constructed in 1985. Main entrance on the south side. No security features. Gravel driveway. Current conditions: 8°C, overcast, light wind, good visibility. GPS coordinates: 65.1667° N, 14.0167° W. Nearest landmark: Norðfjörður harbor.
65-year-old female, known MRSA infection. Transfer from home to Egilsstaðir Hospital for further management. Patient is stable but requires isolation transport. Primary symptoms: None currently, but has a history of MRSA infection. Secondary symptoms: None currently. Patient is alert and cooperative. Patient is in her bedroom. Medical history: MRSA infection confirmed 2 weeks ago, diabetes type 2, hypertension. Medications: Metformin 500mg twice daily, Lisinopril 10mg daily, Clindamycin 300mg every 8 hours. Allergies: Penicillin. Last meal was lunch at 13:00.
Timeline: 1400 hours: Patient contacted her GP about the need for transfer. 1415 hours: GP authorized transfer to Egilsstaðir Hospital for ongoing MRSA management. 1430 hours: Emergency services contacted for transport. 1435 hours: Current time, patient is stable, awaiting transport. Prior Events: MRSA diagnosis 2 weeks ago, initial treatment at home. No recent changes in condition. Last medical check-up 3 days ago, routine follow-up for MRSA. Patient lives alone, but has regular visits from home care nurse.
Initial Impression: MRSA Infection - Transfer for Further Management Justification for F3 Classification: - Patient is stable, not acutely ill, but requires isolation transport. - Time-sensitive transfer for ongoing management at a specialized facility. - Not a life-threatening emergency, but requires timely transport to prevent potential complications and spread of infection. Differential Diagnoses: 1. Stable MRSA infection (most likely) 2. Potential secondary infection (unlikely given stable condition) 3. Underlying condition exacerbation (unlikely given stable condition) Required Actions: - Dispatch of ambulance with appropriate isolation protocols. - Coordination with Egilsstaðir Hospital for patient transfer. - Ensure patient comfort during transport. - Monitoring of patient's condition during transport.