Thoracic Aortic Dissection
Created Jan 2017
Contact Information
Developed by: Dr. S. Spelliscy
Developed for: Interior Health
Submitted by: CHolmes
Contact Email: simulation@interiorhealth.ca
Peer Reviewed: No (Has not been peer reviewed or the information will be provided later)
Scenario Information
Case Summary:
76 yo male, brought in with sudden inability to move legs
Target Learning Groups:
Physicians, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Interprofessional Team
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Proposed Setting:
Emergency Department
Educational Goals:
Review differential diagnosis of acute paraplegia
Recognition of thoracic dissection types of A and B
Demonstrate management of thoracic aortic dissection
Peer Review Information
Clinical Content Peer Review
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Extra Information
Additional Details:
Skills: ACLS, airway management, cooling techniques
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