Date of Presentation
5-4-2023 12:00 AM
College
School of Osteopathic Medicine
Poster Abstract
We report a case of a 62-year-old female who presented with chief complaint of generalized weakness and was ultimately diagnosed with hypereosinophilia. This chief complaint is challenging for many EM physicians, and the differential diagnosis of generalized weakness is vast. Etiologies of generalized weakness in the adult population ranges from infection, dehydration, cardiovascular disease, to neurologic compromise. It is crucial for the Emergency Physician to put emphasis on proper history collection, detailed physical exam, and appropriate ancillary testing. In this case report we showcase the significance of the optimal evaluation of life-threatening disorders that presents as generalized weakness, as well as the importance of balancing stewardship and advocacy for patients.
Keywords
Differential Diagnosis, Case Reports, Medical History Taking, Life-Threatening Disorders, Physical Examination
Disciplines
Diagnosis | Emergency Medicine | Health and Medical Administration | Internal Medicine | Medicine and Health Sciences | Patient Safety | Quality Improvement
Document Type
Poster
Included in
Diagnosis Commons, Emergency Medicine Commons, Internal Medicine Commons, Patient Safety Commons, Quality Improvement Commons
Case Report: The Challenge of Balancing Stewardship and Advocacy
We report a case of a 62-year-old female who presented with chief complaint of generalized weakness and was ultimately diagnosed with hypereosinophilia. This chief complaint is challenging for many EM physicians, and the differential diagnosis of generalized weakness is vast. Etiologies of generalized weakness in the adult population ranges from infection, dehydration, cardiovascular disease, to neurologic compromise. It is crucial for the Emergency Physician to put emphasis on proper history collection, detailed physical exam, and appropriate ancillary testing. In this case report we showcase the significance of the optimal evaluation of life-threatening disorders that presents as generalized weakness, as well as the importance of balancing stewardship and advocacy for patients.