CAP32: Syncope & Pre-Syncope

 

The trainee will be able to assess a patient presenting with syncope to produce a valid differential diagnosis, investigate appropriately, formulate and implement a management plan.

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Lightning Learning: Orthostatic Hypotension
Lightning Learning: Orthostatic Hypotension

Orthostatic hypotension is the fall in blood pressure when transitioning from lying to standing.

Lightning Learning: Falls Risk
Lightning Learning: Falls Risk

30% of people >65 years and 50% of people >80 years fall at least once a year.

Lightning Learning: Stealth Trauma
Lightning Learning: Stealth Trauma

Stealth Trauma is when a low impact mechanism can cause severe injuries in frail older people.

Lightning Learning: Hypothermia
Lightning Learning: Hypothermia

Quick learning bites on EM topics.

Lightning Learning: Problems in Pregnancy
Lightning Learning: Problems in Pregnancy

Pregnant women are at increased risk of infections & sepsis. Signs & symptoms can be subtle.

 

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