Episode 6: Episode 6: 5x5 - Altered Mental Status

When a patient presents with an altered mental status, the differential is broad, and every second counts. In this episode, we use the 5 S’s approach to identify the most critical causes: Seizure, Sepsis, Stroke, Sugar (Hyper/Hypoglycemia), and Severe Toxicology. We’ll break down key assessment clues and how to rule in or rule out life-threatening conditions.