Station #1 US Questions

[1]. What is the most correct interpretation of this RUQ window in the context of a female patient presenting with severe adnexal pain, and surprised to find out that she was pregnant?

[2]. What vessel is shown in this video clip, taken from the subxiphoid region?

[3]. What is speed of sound through soft tissue and air, respectively?

[4]. An adult male came in with acute onset left flank pain. You expertly obtained this video clip. What degree of hydronephrosis does this patient have?

[5]. An elderly female came to the ED with right leg swelling and pain. She has intact pulses in DP, PT without signs of cyanosis. You performed a bedside venous US behind her knee. What is the finding?

[6]. A 58yo male presents to the ED with acute visual disturbance in his left eye. You placed a linear probe over his eye, and this is what you see... what is his diagnosis?

[7]. What is the method shown here to measure a patient's left ventricular ejection fraction?

[8]. A 25yo adult male was minding his own business one night when he was attacked by two dudes. He suffered a large left chest wound and has trouble breathing. You placed an ultrasound probe on his left chest. This is what you see.... What is the specific ultrasound finding?

Station #1 Challenge Scenario

A wall-phone rings nearby. You answer it. On the other line, you hear a woman’s voice clearly: “Hello, this is Dr. Olivia Epidemia, the infectious disease doctor, calling from the mainland. We are receiving alarming reports of similar symptoms affecting several people on your vessel. There seems a sort of outbreak of some kind. Based on the reports, I suspect this patient may be suffering from a case of bacterial meningitis. Treat him with the appropriate regimen and you may be able to cure his ailment.”

Challenge Question

Select the correct antibiotic regimen to secure the first digit for the antidote’s lockbox code, hidden within the medication cart. Time is of the essence; the fate of the ship depends on your swift action.