SAQ 1683 – Severe headache with CT brain and reduced consciousness

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A 45-year-old woman presents with a severe headache. A slice of her CT brain is shown below.

You are alerted to deterioration in her level of consciousness. Her current vital signs are shown below.

CT brain slice for patient with severe headache
CT brain.

List three abnormalities on the CT scan.

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What is the most likely underlying pathology causing this presentation?

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List six potential causes for her deterioration.

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List six components of your management, including endpoints where appropriate.

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Vital sign Result
GCS 7 (E1 V2 M4)
Pulse 110/min
BP 190/100 mmHg
Respiratory rate 12/min
Oxygen saturation 99% on 6 L oxygen via Hudson mask
Temperature 36.5 degrees C


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