Approach to the Patient with Dyspnea for Residents

17/08/2025 23 min Episodio 26
Approach to the Patient with Dyspnea for Residents

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Episode Synopsis

This episode explores the complex symptom of dyspnea, or breathing discomfort, drawing from the detailed UpToDate article on its causes, assessment, and management. It covers the physiological and psychological factors behind dyspnea, including respiratory and cardiovascular etiologies, and provides a systematic approach to clinical evaluation and diagnostic testing for both acute and chronic presentations. With practical insights for residents, the podcast breaks down key concepts and occasionally wraps up subtopics with "if you can’t remember everything, remember this" to highlight critical points. A must-listen for navigating this common yet challenging symptom.

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