Question 84 (part 2) · LEK · Syncope
Every patient brought to A&E due to fainting should have:
- A. a head CT performed.
- B. CRP (c-reactive protein) measured.
- C. MRI of the cervical spine performed.
- D. electrocardiography performed.
- E. troponin levels measured.
Hint
Think of the single test that guidelines require for every syncope patient as part of the initial evaluation, alongside history and examination.
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