SAQ 824 – Cardiology – recurrent syncope with broad-complex tachycardia

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Marked out of 12.00

A 36-year-old man presents to the ED with palpitations and a history of recurrent syncope. His initial ECG and a post-treatment ECG are shown below.

Initial ECG from a patient with palpitations and recurrent syncope. — Initial ECG

ECG after successful pharmacological treatment. — Post-treatment ECG

List four (4) abnormalities seen on the initial ECG.

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List four (4) clinical findings that would support urgently treating this patient.

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State the most appropriate medication and dose for pharmacological treatment.

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After a successful response to treatment, another ECG is taken. List two (2) significant findings on this ECG.

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Total Score: 0 / 12

Percentage: 0%

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