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"My mouth hurts"  v. 2


Ernest Wang, MD; John Vozenilek, MD; Morris Kharasch, MD
ernestwangmd@yahoo.com
Evanston Northwestern Healthcare



Topic:

Ludwig's Angina

Target Audience:

  • Residents

Case Description:

Learner evaluates patient with pain and swelling in the mouth and neck, needs to recognize deep space infection, consult oral maxillofacial surgeon, initiate IV antibiotics, steroids, prepare for potential airway deterioration, and admit to ICU 

Simulator Details

Age:

80

Gender:

Male

Chief Complaint:

"My mouth hurts"

Diagnosis:

Ludwig's Angina

Setting:

ED

Equipment:

High-fidelity simulator manikin Computer to run MPEG video

Actors:

RN - obedient but not helpful Son - helpful with PMH

Timeline:

Yes

Usage Details:

Evaluation Tool:

Yes

Case Designed For:

Evaluation and Education

Keywords:

Ludwig's Angina Deep space infection Airway Education Evaluation

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