Deciphering Dizziness in Emergency Medicine

The chapter delves into the evaluation and management of patients presenting with dizziness, emphasizing the importance of physical examination over imaging in diagnosing neurological conditions. It discusses strategies for quickly identifying key symptoms of stroke, sequencing evaluations, and making urgent treatment decisions in cases of suspected strokes. The conversation highlights the challenges and considerations faced by emergency medicine practitioners when differentiating between central and peripheral acute vestibular syndromes and the need for prompt decision-making to ensure optimal patient outcomes.