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Psychiatry in the ED Quiz

A 21 y/o F presents with dizziness and chest pain. Exam, vitals, troponin, and EKG WNL. Urine hCG is positive. What do you do next?

A. This is a panic attack. Give lorazepam and discharge with OB f/u.

B. Monitor for symptom improvement and provide reassurance. Recommend OB f/u.

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You diagnose a panic attack in the ED. What do you do next?

A. Give a benzo if appropriate, provide resources, send home w/follow-up

B. Consult psychiatry

C. Send home with a prescription for benzos

D. Admit to the inpatient unit



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