🚑 Most Common Emergency Presentations for AMC Clinical Exam

🔟 Common Emergency Cases

1. Acute Chest Pain – Suspected ACS/MI: immediate ECG, oxygen if hypoxic, aspirin, referral.

2. Shortness of Breath – Asthma, COPD, pneumonia, PE; oxygen, nebulisers, IV therapy.

3. Seizure – Status epilepticus management: ABC, IV benzodiazepines, check glucose.

4. Anaphylaxis – IM adrenaline, airway support, fluids, antihistamines.

5. Septic Child / Febrile Infant – Immediate IV antibiotics, fluids, close monitoring.

6. Stroke / TIA – FAST recognition, urgent CT brain, thrombolysis consideration.

7. Head Injury – GCS assessment, cervical spine protection, CT brain if indicated.

8. Upper GI Bleed – Resuscitation with fluids/blood, IV PPI, urgent gastro referral.

9. Diabetic Emergencies – DKA/HHS: fluids, insulin, electrolytes, monitoring.

10. Suicidal Patient – Risk assessment, safety planning, psychiatric referral.

✅ Key Tips for AMC Candidates

• Always start with ABCDE assessment.

• Stabilise first, investigate second.

• Communicate clearly with patient, carers, and nursing staff.

• Follow Australian guidelines (eTG, ALS, local protocols).

Bottom Line: Mastering these emergency scenarios ensures readiness for high-stakes AMC Clinical stations and mirrors real-life safe practice in Australia.