Syncope Flashcards
PT is complaining of feeling hot/warm in the neack and face. You realize that the PT can be seen as sweating and yawning consistently. BP is normal but the heart is in tachycardia.
Which of these conditions is the PT in?
A) Early Presyncope
B) Late presyncope
C) Syncope
D) Postsyncope
Tip: Yawning is sign of late presyncope but the PT is conscious so its pre syncope!
A PT has complaine about blurred vision, experiencing cold in feet & when assessed he also has a lower than normal heart rate. What condition is the PT in?
A) Early Syncope
B) Syncope
C) Late early syncope (Ans)
Tip: Bradycardia, hypotension is a sign of Late syncope
You come into the dental office and 911 just left the office. The assistant mentions that the PT still has nausea, feeling week. You ask the PT the date and where they are and the PT is unsure if they are at home or dental office. Which Condition is the PT in?
A) EarlySyncope
B) Syncope
C) Post Syncope
How would you manage an Unconscious and Conscious PT?
A) In unconscious PT there is head tilt/chin lift along with supine position and oxygen.
