A 23 yo girl presented with perioral paresthesia and carpopedal spasm 20 mins after a huge
argument with her boyfriend. What is the next step for this pt?
a. SSRI
b. Diazepam
c. Rebreath into a paper bag
d. Propranolol
e. Alprazolam
answer: C
Decreased PaCO2 secondary to hyperventilation > respiratory alkalosis
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