Differentials Flashcards
1
Q
Diagnose:
20 yo female with type I diabetes. Presents with a 3 day history of vomiting and not taking insulin. Clinically dehydrated and has deep laboured breathing
A
Metabolic acidosis
2
Q
30 yo male. Presents with pleurisy and SOB. Tall and thin with hypermobile joints. Smokes
A
Pneumothorax
3
Q
52 yo female. Presents with increased sputum production and SOB. Smokes 20 a day, usually produces white sputum - now green. O/E - pursed lip breathing and bilateral wheeze. Clear CXR
A
Exacerbation of COPD
