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Diagnostic Algorithm for Dizziness and Vertigo
Peripheral Vertigo:
 • Attacks: Sudden, severe, can last anywhere from seconds
worsen with head position ... in semicircular canal ... Positive Hallpike ... test (posterior canal ... Positive head impulse
Classic Findings During Hallpike Test in Posterior Canal Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
 • Latency (delay
Test in Posterior Canal ... in head-hanging position ... in head-hanging position ... in head-hanging position ... returns to sitting position
Positive FAST exam at the caudal liver edge

Ultrasound isn't as sensitive for solid organ injury, but
Positive FAST exam ... at the caudal liver ... value is in the positive ... Caudal Edge of the ... #positive #trauma
Characteristics of Peripheral and Central Vertigo
PERIPHERAL VERTIGO
 • Onset: Sudden
 • Intensity: Severe initially, often decreasing
classic posterior canal ... in horizontal canal ... labyrinthitis • Head Position ... nose) • Head Position ... worsen with head position
Positive Free Fluid on Bladder FAST exam - Sagittal POCUS View

You perform a FAST on this
Positive Free Fluid ... exam - Sagittal ... CEPHALAD, R of screen CAUDAD ... #Positive #FreeFluid ... #ultrasound #Trauma