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Neuro Flashcards

1
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Tx for focal seizures

A

Phenytoin

Carbamazepine

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Tx for generalized seizures

A

phenytoin, phenobarb, valproate, lamotrigine, gabapentin

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3
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Tx for status epilepticus

A
  1. Left lateral decubitus
  2. Benzos (lorazepam)
  3. Phenytoin
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4
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What clinical characteristic differentiates generalized vs focal seizures

A

Generalized seizures = complete LOC

partial seizures= preserve wakefulness.

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What is seen on EEG during an absence (generalized) seizure

A

symmetric 3-Hz spike and wave activity

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6
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Tx for absence seizures

A

Ethosuximide

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What is seen on EEG during a tonic clonic seizure

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generalized high-amplitude, rapid spiking on EEG

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Tx for tonic-clonic seizures

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Phenytoin (Dilantin)

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9
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Tx for febrile seizures lasting > 5min

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IV benzodiazepines (diazepam or lorazepam)

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