Meningitis
What type of isolation is used for suspected bacterial meningitis?
What is droplet precautions?
What are the components of Cushing’s triad?
What are bradycardia, hypertension, and irregular respirations?
What is the acronym used to identify stroke symptoms quickly?
What is FAST (Face, Arms, Speech, Time)?
What system of the body does MS primarily affect?
What is the central nervous system?
What is the primary symptom of MG?
What is muscle weakness that worsens with activity?
A classic triad of symptoms in meningitis includes fever, headache, and what?
What is nuchal rigidity (neck stiffness)?
What is the purpose of using the Glasgow Coma Scale in TBI?
What is to assess level of consciousness?
What type of stroke is caused by a blood clot?
What is an ischemic stroke?
What is the typical age range of onset for MS?
What is 20 to 40 years?
What neurotransmitter is affected in MG?
What is acetylcholine?
Which diagnostic test confirms meningitis?
What is a lumbar puncture (spinal tap)?
What is the primary concern with increasing intracranial pressure?
What is brain herniation?
What is the time window for administering tPA?
What is 3 to 4.5 hours from symptom onset?
What is the hallmark pathophysiological process in MS?
What is demyelination of nerve fibers?
What test uses ice or anticholinesterase drugs to diagnose MG?
What is the Tensilon test?
What is a positive Brudzinski’s sign?
What is involuntary hip/knee flexion when the neck is flexed?
A patient with a TBI suddenly becomes agitated and confused. What should the nurse assess first?
What is oxygen saturation or airway?
A patient presents with expressive aphasia. Which part of the brain is likely affected?
What is Broca’s area in the frontal lobe?
: Name one common symptom of MS.
What is fatigue, weakness, vision problems, or numbness?
What is a myasthenic crisis?
What is a life-threatening exacerbation causing respiratory failure?
Name the bacteria often responsible for meningococcal meningitis.
What is Neisseria meningitidis?
Name one surgical intervention to reduce pressure from brain swelling.
What is craniotomy or decompressive craniectomy?
What is the main goal of rehabilitation after stroke?
What is to maximize function and independence?
What class of drugs is often used to reduce MS flare-ups?
What are corticosteroids or immunomodulators?
Why should caution be used with certain medications in MG patients?
What is because some drugs (e.g., aminoglycosides, beta-blockers) worsen symptoms?