Lessons in clinical reasoning - pitfalls, myths, and pearls: a case of crushing, substernal chest pain.

Denslow Allerton TrumbullErica L BraschiAnkur JainFrederick S SouthwickAndrew S ParsonsNila S Radhakrishnan

Published in: Diagnosis (Berlin, Germany) (2023)

An overemphasis on a single testing modality led to diagnostic error and a severe event. The use of pre-test probabilities guided by history-taking can lead to improved interpretation of test results, ultimately improving diagnostic accuracy and preventing serious medical errors.

Keyphrases

healthcare
early onset
patient safety
emergency department
adverse drug
electronic health record