SAQ 1474 – Seizure and severe hyperthermia after a dance party

A 23-year-old man is brought to your ED after a seizure at a dance party. He has no known medical history.

His observations on arrival are shown below.

List three possible non-toxicological causes of this presentation.

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List three possible toxicological causes. For each, give three cardinal examination findings that would support the diagnosis.

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Cause | Cardinal examination findings

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List four cooling methods appropriate for this patient.

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