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Shock after intubation — RCPSC IM MCQ

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HardCritical CareShock after intubationRCPSC IM

A patient develops a focal seizure during acute CVT but is alert between events and has no mass effect. Which additional management is most appropriate?

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Correct answer: B — Start antiseizure medication with anticoagulation and neurologic monitoring

Explanation lettering: B = shown as A · D = shown as B · A = shown as C · E = shown as D · C = shown as E

D is correct: an acute symptomatic seizure in CVT warrants antiseizure treatment while anticoagulation addresses the thrombus. E risks propagation. A is not seizure therapy. B is inappropriate acutely. C delays care.

Reference: Canadian Stroke Best Practices, cerebral venous thrombosis: https://www.strokebestpractices.ca/recommendations/cerebral-venous-thrombosis/2-acute-treatment-of-symptomatic-cerebral-venous-thrombosis