Acute Medical Presentations — Flashcards

_____ can present with electrical alternans on ECG

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient with an aortic dissection that develops hypotension, JVD, and pulsus paradoxus? _____

Using the _____: ≥ 2 points = DVT is likely ≤ 1 points = DVT is unlikely

If a DVT is likely (≥ 2 points) a proximal leg vein ultrasound scan is -ve then _____

Hint: next step

If a DVT is likely (≥ 2 points) a D-dimer is +ve but proximal leg vein ultrasound scan (24 hours) is -ve then _____

Hint: next step (2)

If a DVT is unlikely (≤ 1 points) a _____

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_____ is a condition where the heart becomes compressed by excess fluid in the pericardium

If a DVT is likely (≥ 2 points) a proximal leg vein ultrasound scan cannot be performed within 4 hours then _____

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What is the recommended management for a hemodynamically unstable Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome patient with atrial fibrillation?\n_____

What is the management of asymptomatic Wolff-Parkinson-White pattern? _____