Acute presentation assessment Flashcards
1
Q
Focussed hx
A
PC HPC PMHx DHx + allergies FHx SHx
2
Q
Check obs
A
HR and BP
RR and sats
Temp
3
Q
Focussed examination
A
Quick general: Surroundings General inspection Hands: shut down, tremor, cap refill Pulse Eyes: pallor, jaundice Mouth: dry mucous membranes, cyanosis
Peform appropriate focussed system examination
4
Q
Investigations
A
Bloods + cannulate Orifice tests X-rays / imaging ECG Special tests
5
Q
Management
A
Acute management tetrad: Oxygen Fluids Analgesia Disease specific treatments
6
Q
Finally
A
Check for pt concerns and explain what’s going on
Document in notes
Chase investigation results
Discuss with seniors
