Prolonged QTC interval from severe hypokalemia
ECG Weekly Workout with Dr. Amal Mattu
HPI
A 42-year-old woman presents to the ED with a seizure. She has been noncompliant with medications. She is now awake and well, though she appears malnourished. The following ECG was obtained:
Before watching this week’s video, ask yourself these questions:
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- What ECG abnormalities do you notice?
- What is your ECG differential for patients with syncope or new onset seizures?
- How would you treat this patient?
