Encephalitis Flashcards
1
Q
what is encephalitis?
A
Acute inflammation of brain tissue
2
Q
cause
A
Virus
West Nile encephalitis – mosquitoes
measles, chickenpox, mumps
HSV-1
3
Q
s/sx
A
2 to 3 days post infection
Fever
Headache
Nausea/vomiting
CNS changes – seizures
4
Q
pharm
A
acyclovir – HSV-1 infection
Anti-seizure meds
5
Q
does acyclovir decreased neuro complications
A
No
6
Q
Brain abscess
A
Accumulation of pus within brain tissue
7
Q
etiology
A
Local or systemic infection
Ear, tooth, mastoid, sinus
Strep and staff
8
Q
s/sx brain abscess
A
Headache
Fever
Nausea/vomiting
Increased ICP – drowsy, confusion, seizures
Focal symptoms – reflect area of abscess
9
Q
treatment for abscess
A
Drainage
