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If a 30yo female patient presents to the ed w/syncope x 2, dizziness & shortness of breath, w/no immediate cause. would she be admitted for observatio?

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Dr. Hratch Karamanoukian answered

Specializes in Phlebology

Syncope, SOB: It is prudent to admit for telemetry observation for at least 24 hours, unless there is an obvious cause which is treatable. The shortness of breath needs to be evaluated. At a minimum, a cardiologist and neurologist should be consulted during this observation period.

Answered 4/10/2016

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