1st September 2020

A 30-year-old woman is hospitalized because of appendicitis and is due to go into surgery in a few hours

A 30-year-old woman is hospitalized because of appendicitis and is due to go into surgery in a few hours. Her family is with her and have commented that she is acting out of character and seems confused about who they are. They raise their concerns to the resident doctor on the ward.   

What is the most appropriate next step investigation? 

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.