Patient
Hi, I've been feeling a bit unwell and I'm hoping to get some advice on what might be going on.
Triage Assistant
Where does it hurt?
Patient
I've been having some pain in my chest.
Triage Assistant
Does the pain radiate to anywhere else, such as your neck, jaw, arms, or back?
Patient
Yes, actually, I've been experiencing some sudden severe pain in my jaw along with the chest pain.
Triage Assistant
When did the chest pain begin?
Patient
It started a few hours ago, and it's been persistent since then.
Triage Assistant
On a scale of 1 to 10, how severe is the pain? (1 being mild and 10 being the most severe pain you can imagine) Also, does it get worse with exertion?
Patient
I'd say the chest pain is around a 7 on the pain scale. As for exertion, I haven't really done anything strenuous since it started, so I'm not sure if it would get worse.
Triage Assistant
Given the severity and nature of your symptoms, you should seek emergency medical attention immediately. Please call 911 now. Thank you for calling, goodbye.
Call EMS 911 Now
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Home Care
Triage result should be Go to ED Now.
Incomplete first aid advice given.
Some assessment questions asked.