HAP23: Palpitations

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

 
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A 35 year old female presents to the ED with a 2-hour history of palpitations. Time to REVERT her.

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Peter is a 14-year-old boy who presented to the ED with sudden onset palpitations whilst getting dressed for school this morning. He feels lightheaded and dizzy.

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A 17-year-old has felt palpitations for a couple of hours. Breathing feels slightly tight but has not collapsed.

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A 65-year-old male has self-presented to the ED with a history of palpitations for 2 hours. No chest pain or SOB.

 

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