SAQ 1700 – Severe chest pain and dyspnoea with CT chest

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A 55-year-old woman presents with severe chest pain and difficulty breathing. Two CT chest slices are shown below.

CT chest slices for patient with severe chest pain and dyspnoea
CT chest slices.

State three CT findings and your clinical conclusion.

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List three other investigations and justify each.

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Her observations are shown below. State four management features.

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Finding Result
GCS 14
Pulse 140/min
Blood pressure 78/45 mmHg
Respiratory rate 40/min
Oxygen saturation 88% on room air


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Total Score: 0 / 11

Percentage: 0%