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At A&E

The doctor in A&E takes a history and establishes that Jason has had a gradual onset of symptoms over the past 2 days. On further questioning the doctor also establishes that Jason smokes, drinks excessive alcohol and regularly takes recreational drugs. (See Topic Loops below)

Examination shows that Jason has:

  • mild weakness of his left face, arm and leg
  • no problems with speech, vision or neglect

Cardiac examination showed a normal pulse, BP 160/90 and normal heart sounds and peripheral pulses.


Topic Loops:

Page last reviewed: 05 May 2020