Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUEs) Self-Assessment Questions

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The following multiple choice questions are designed to test learner's knowledge after listening to the two-part podcast series on an approach to Brief Resolved Unexplained Events (BRUEs) Part 1 and Part 2. Please note BRUEs were formerly known as apparent life-threatening events (ALTEs). Be sure to check out our additional resources on BRUEs such as a quick reference sheet available here

These questions were designed around the main objectives of the podcast series: 
  1. Describe the clinical presentation of a BRUE
  2. Develop a differential diagnosis of these events based on etiology
  3. Discuss key considerations for history and physical examination
  4. List appropriate investigations for a BRUE
  5. Outline key points in the management of a BRUE

These questions were written by Larissa Shapka in collaboration with Dr. Karen Forbes. Larissa is a medical student at the University of Alberta. Dr. Forbes is a Pediatric Hospitalist and Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Stollery Children's Hospital and the University of Alberta.