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You are working at Clerkship General when the next chart is put into your rack. It’s a 76 year-old male who has fallen.

Initial Vitals:

HR: 101

BP: 138/85

Temp: 98.0F

RR: 20

O2: 99% (Room Air)

Critical Actions:

  1. Diagnose Retrobulbar Hematoma
  2. Diagnose Subdural Hematoma
  3. Reverse Anticoagulation
  4. Perform a Lateral Canthotomy Procedure
  5. Administer Tetanus Shot
  6. Elevate the Head of Bed