Scenario
An 89 year old woman presents to your Emergency Department with a two week history of several falls and new right sided weakness.
A non-contrast CT head scan is performed
CT Head
Question
Describe and interpret her CT scan (100%)
Answer
FACEM VAQ Exam 2009.1 – Question 8
- The overall pass rate for this question was 68/81 (84%).
- Cerebral CT scan showing a subacute/chronic subdural haematoma with mass effect and midline shift.
- Pass criteria on this question were an adequate description of the CT scan and interpretation in light of the clinical history.
- Failed answers did not adequately describe the scan, misdiagnosed the condition or viewed the haemorrhage as acute.
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