In order to diagnose biliary dyskinesia, the patient should have right upper quadrant pains similar to biliary colic but have a normal ultrasound examination of the gallbladder (no stones, sludge, microlithiasis, gallbladder wall thickening or CBD dilation).
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This case will test your knowledge of several different ACLS pathways. Be aware of when the algorithm is changing. Pay attention to both the patient and the rhythm. There will be 19 questions at the end of this test. You should repeat this test periodically to reinforce your ability and confidence to handle situations such as this one. Your patient arrives in the Emergency Department complaining of chest pressure and weakness. She is a 78-year-old woman with a PMH of Type II Diabetes Mellitus and hypertension.