Round 1 (MW) – Shortness of Breath EM Clerkship

You are working your FIRST SHIFT EVER at Clerkship General hospital when a 60 year old female presents with shortness of breath.







Initial Vitals:







* HR: 92* RR: 28* BP: 120/80* O2%: 89%* Temp: 101.2F







Critical Actions:







* Obtain full set of vital signs* Diagnose PNA and COPD exacerbation* Administer appropriate antibiotics* Treat symptoms with steroids and nebulizers* Admit patient to the hospital