SAQ 297 – Neurology – intracerebral haemorrhage and end-of-life care

An 81-year-old woman presents to your ED with reduced conscious state.

Observation	Value
Temperature	36 C
Heart rate	70 beats/min
Blood pressure	170/90 mmHg
Respiratory rate	16/min
Oxygen saturation	98% on room air
GCS	7 (E1 V2 M4)

List three (3) findings on the CT brain shown below.

(Marked out of 3.0)

/ 3

State the most likely cause of these CT findings.

(Marked out of 1.0)

/ 1

You decide palliation is most appropriate. Prescribe four (4) medications for symptom relief, including medication, dose, route, and indication.

(Marked out of 4.0)

Medication	Dose	Route	Indication
1.
2.
3.
4.

/ 4

State four (4) additional measures that support good end-of-life care for the imminently dying patient and their next of kin.

(Marked out of 4.0)

/ 4

Total Score: 0 / 12

Percentage: 0%