Palpitations – A Practical Approach for Primary Care
In primary care, palpitations are a common symptom that might indicate either benign or significant cardiac problems. This lesson offers a useful method for evaluating, identifying, and effectively treating palpitations. It gives medical personnel the ability to spot warning signs, reassure patients, and start the right investigations.
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Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the causes of palpitations
- Differentiate between benign and serious conditions
- Recognise key symptoms and red flags
- Conduct effective clinical assessments
- Identify appropriate investigations
- Manage and refer patients appropriately


Learning Outcomes
What you'll learn
- Understand the causes of palpitations
- Differentiate between benign and serious conditions
- Recognise key symptoms and red flags
- Conduct effective clinical assessments
- Identify appropriate investigations
- Manage and refer patients appropriately


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Frequently Asked Questions
A sensation of feeling your own heartbeat.
No, many cases are benign.
Arrhythmias, stress, caffeine, and medications.
If associated with chest pain, fainting, or severe symptoms.
Using history, ECG, and monitoring.
Yes, depending on the cause.
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