Case 7

A 28-year-old male presents with history of collapse.

As he was getting his bloods taken at his GP surgery he began to feel very warm and sweaty. He then developed blurring of his vision and then lost consciousness.

He regained consciousness after 30-60 seconds. He had full recall of proceeding events and was not confused.

Question 1

What are the red flags that you will like to know in your history?

Question 2

What would you expect on physical examination?

Question 3

What investigations will you organise?

Question 4

What is the ED management and ultimate disposition of this patient?