Breathlessness Flashcards
1
Q
What questions are important to ask someone who presents with breathlessness ?
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2
Q
Go over these causes of SOB
A
3
Q
What is the likely diagnosis ?
A
Asthma
4
Q
What is the likely diagnosis?
Other findings:
- Oxygen sats 92% on room air
- HR 112bpm
- BP 98/54mmHg
- D-dimer level markedly raised
A
PE
5
Q
What is the likely diagnosis
A
CCF + pulmonary oedema & bilateral pleural effusions
6
Q
What is the likely diagnosis ?
A
Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH)
7
Q
What is the likely diagnosis ?
A
Dysfunctional breathing/ hyperventilation
