Scenario
A 60 year old presents with a painful red eye. There is no history of trauma.
Question
a. How would you distinguish between anterior uveitis and acute angle closure glaucoma? (50%) a. Outline your management of acute angle closure glaucoma. (50%)
Answer
FACEM SAQ Exam 2007.1 – Question 5
- The overall pass rate for this question was 43/55 (78.2%).
- Pass Criteria
- This was considered a straight forward question on an important topic which was well answered by most candidates.
- Satisfactory answers identified differentiating symptoms and signs plus presented a rationale management for acute angle closure glaucoma.
- Features of unsuccessful answers
- Failed candidates either did not provide adequate detail or suggested incorrect/dangerous management strategies.
ACEM Fellowship Short Answer Questions (SAQ)
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