Friday, 2 June 2017

Simulation: COPD and Pneumothorax 01/06/17

Simulation Scenario

Patient with known COPD, presenting with DIB. X-ray showed large pneumothorax.

Discussion points
- Medical treatment of COPD (Charlotte's Notes) (RCEM Learning - Breathlessness)
- When to start NIV
- Seldinger technique for pneumothoraces (Charlotte's Notes)  (RCEM Learning)
- Use of ultrasound (RCEM Learning)


Human Factors
- Taking time
- Not pre-judging what the scenario will be
- When to ask for help


HAP6

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