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Question 1 of 2
1. Question
A 35-year-old man is brought into the ED by ambulance.
He was found unresponsive in a nearby park by a passer-by. It is winter and the man is minimally responsive and is pale in colour.
His past medical history is unavailable but a nurse recognises him and informs you that he regularly attends with chronic alcohol dependence.
His initial observations in the ambulance show the following:
- Heart rate 60/min
- Blood pressure 105/57
- Respiratory rate 10/min
- Temperature 33.0oC (tympanic thermometer)
The pulse oximeter failed to obtain a reading as he is peripherally very cold. Which of the following are the correct next steps?
Select one or more options.
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Question 2 of 2
2. Question
After addressing the ABCD of this man, his neurological status improves and he begins to respond to voice.
He smells strongly of alcohol and you notice that he is shivering. His bedside glucose assessment is 6.2 mmol/L.
Which of the following would be reasonable next steps in his management?
Select one or more options.
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