– EKG/Echo template –

UnFiNiShEd CaSe CoMe BaCk LaTeR

History:   denies syncope, palpitations, chest pain, SOB, fever, cough or other complaints.

Exam: Vital signs are normal except

An EKG is done

Computer Read:

What is the most likely cause of the EKG findings in this patient?

• A) Hyperkalemia
• B) Pulmonary embolism
• C) Acute coronary syndrome
• D) Hypocalcemia

“BRADY” DOWN FOR THE EKG ANALYSIS & 1-MINUTE CONSULT

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QUIZ ANSWER, EKG ANALYSIS, CASE OUTCOME, 1-MINUTE CONSULT & CASE LESSONS: 

Quiz Answer:

EKG analysis (check out more great EKG’s from Dr. Stephen W. Smith of Dr. Smith’s ECG Blog):

Case Outcome:  Troponin-i was <0.03  (99% URL <0.030: troponin-i immunoassay, Abbott laboratories)

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Case Lessons: