Tired, Pale, and Confused
Decreased hemoglobin or low oxygen-carrying capacity
What is anemia?
Stroke warning acronym
What is FAST?
Primary function of the liver
What is metabolism of nutrients and detoxification
HIV attacks which system in the body
What is the immune system? (CD4 T cells)
Middle ear infection
What is otitis media?
Anemia associated with numbness, tingling, neurologic symptoms
What is B12 deficiency anemia or pernicious anemia?
Collection of symptoms that are late manifestations of increased ICP
What is Cushing's triad?
Elevated amylase and lipase
What is pancreatitis?
Hepatitis type transmitted through contaminated food/water
What is hepatitis A?
Clouding of the lens
What is cataract?
Common cause of iron deficiency anemia
Ascending paralysis
What is GBS?
What is gallbladder disease?
What is syphilis?
Increased intraocular pressure
What is glaucoma?
A patient with anemia experiences pallor, tachycardia, dizziness, and fatigue. This is due to:
What is hypoxia or decreased oxygen delivery?
Dopamine deficiency disorder
What is Parkinson's disease?
Common cause of pancreatitis
What is gallstones (cholelithiasis) or alcohol intake?
Often asymptomatic but may present with dysuria and abnormal discharge
What is chlamydia?
Painless, curtain over vision
What is retinal detachment
Anemia that is genetic and can cause vaso-occlusion
Key difference between dementia and delirum
What is onset and reversibility?
What is hepatic encephalopathy
A patient with HIV has a CD4 count of 150 and oral thrush. Condition?
What is progression to AIDS?
Vertigo, tinnitus, fluctuating hearing loss
What is Meniere's disease?