SAQ 694 – Cardiology – pericarditis ECG and tamponade intervention

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A 40-year-old man presents with prolonged chest pain. His initial ECG is shown below.

12-lead ECG showing PR depression and widespread changes consistent with pericarditis.
Initial ECG

What is the most significant abnormality?

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What is the most likely diagnosis?

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State two (2) other ECG abnormalities likely to be associated with this condition.

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List four (4) causes for this condition that you would consider in this man.

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If he suddenly becomes hypotensive, what intervention is most likely to be life-saving?

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