Medications
What ethnicity is most likely to have a dermatologic reaction with carbamazepines?
Asian decent
Name a trigger for a migraine
red 40, nitrates, nitrates, wine, aged cheeses, etc.
What is the main goal with a spinal injury
maintain alignment
What are the 6 Ps of Compartment syndrome
Pain, Pallor, Pulselessness, Parasthesia, Pressure, Paralysis
Why is anticholingerics given to peoples with parkinsons
to dry up drool
dependence and withdrawl
What fluids is used increased ICP
hypertonic solution
What is ischemia?
decreased blood flow
What stage of healing does the cast come off?
Ossification
What is the main med used for ICP
mannitol
Which medication do you want to make sure you comply to regular dental checkups?
phenytoins
What does TRAP stand for?
Tremors, Rigidity, Akinesia, Postural Instability
What are symptoms of neurogenic shock
hypotension, tachycardia, unstable temperature
What causes a foot drop
long duration of stretched acillies
what is the biggest factor if migrianes
family hx
Which medications have an adverse effect of dyskinesia? (there is 2)
dopamine replacement (levodopa/carbidopa)
direct acting dopamine receptor agonist (pramipexole)
What is the main concern with MG?
respiratory issues
Above what part of the spine is a ventilator required
C3
What is the name of the traction used for a hip fracture
Bucks traction
How long does a person post op of an amputation need to lay prone?
30 min 4x a day
What 2 medications slow down the effectiveness of levodopa/carbidopa?
antipsychotics and vitamin B6
What is the name of the vaccine for meningitis given from 11-12 years old
meningococcal
What causes autonomic dysreflexia?
cinged sheets, or cathetar
Who is most at risk for hip fracture?
old people
What disease progression is this for multiple sclerosis: Steadily worsening neurologic function from the beginning with minor improvements but no distinct relapses or remission
Primary Progressive