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What is the first step in managing the patient's hypotension?
What is the first step in managing the patient's hypotension?
- Ordering a CT scan
- Administering antibiotics
- Performing a biopsy
- Starting intravenous fluids (correct)
What is the likely cause of the patient's leg swelling?
What is the likely cause of the patient's leg swelling?
- Muscle strain
- Deep vein thrombosis (correct)
- Arthritis
- Cellulitis
What is the significance of the patient's scoliosis in this case?
What is the significance of the patient's scoliosis in this case?
- It increases her risk for hypotension
- It may complicate imaging studies (correct)
- It is unrelated to her current symptoms
- It increases her risk for deep vein thrombosis
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Study Notes
Managing Hypotension
- The first step in managing a patient's hypotension is to identify and address any underlying causes.
Patient's Leg Swelling
- The likely cause of the patient's leg swelling is fluid overload or poor circulation, which may be exacerbated by hypotension.
Scoliosis Significance
- The patient's scoliosis is significant as it may affect lung capacity, cardiac function, and overall physiological responses to hypotension.
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