Neonatal Seizures — Flashcards

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There are 10 flashcards for Neonatal Seizures, covering the key concepts, clinical correlations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Neonatology.

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Which is the most common cause of seizure in a preterm neonate?_____

Which vitamin dependency is responsible for neonatal seizures?

Lethargy in a newborn with hypothermia, apnea, cyanosis, and seizures suggests _____.

Which is the most common type of seizure in a neonate?_____

Which is the investigation of choice for diagnosing seizures in a neonate?_____

Umbilical vessel cannulation can be performed in the first _____ of life before umbilical stump gets detatched

Area shaded blue (the _____) is the preferred site for heel prick testing in newborns.

Which pediatric disorder will present with hyperinflation, patchy infiltrates and coarse streaking on chest x-ray?\n_____

The Silverman Anderson score is used to assess the severity of _____ in neonates.

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Exclusion criteria for therapeutic hypothermia in neonates: - Gestational age < _____ weeks - Birth weight < 1800 g - Time since birth > 6 hours - Major congenital anomalies or moribund state

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Neonatal Seizures Flashcard Deck - 10 Cards

Flashcard 1: Which is the most common cause of seizure in a preterm neonate?_____

Answer: Intraventricular hemorrhage (IVH)

Flashcard 2: Which vitamin dependency is responsible for neonatal seizures?

Answer: Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Flashcard 3: Lethargy in a newborn with hypothermia, apnea, cyanosis, and seizures suggests _____.

Answer: hypoglycemia

Flashcard 4: Which is the most common type of seizure in a neonate?_____

Answer: Subtle seizures

Flashcard 5: Which is the investigation of choice for diagnosing seizures in a neonate?_____

Answer: EEG

Flashcard 6: Umbilical vessel cannulation can be performed in the first _____ of life before umbilical stump gets detatched

Answer: 7-10 days

Flashcard 7: Area shaded blue (the _____) is the preferred site for heel prick testing in newborns.

Answer: medial and lateral aspects

Flashcard 8: Which pediatric disorder will present with hyperinflation, patchy infiltrates and coarse streaking on chest x-ray?\n_____

Answer: Meconium aspiration syndrome

Flashcard 9: The Silverman Anderson score is used to assess the severity of _____ in neonates.

Answer: respiratory distress

Extra: Components of Silverman Anderson Score (Total 10): 1. Upper chest retractions (Synchronized, Lagging, or See-saw) 2. Lower chest retractions (None, Just visible, or Marked) 3. Xiphoid retractions (None, Just visible, or Marked) 4. Nasal flaring (None, Minimal, or Marked) 5. Expiratory grunt (None, Audible with stethoscope, or Audible with naked ear)

Flashcard 10: Exclusion criteria for therapeutic hypothermia in neonates: - Gestational age < _____ weeks - Birth weight < 1800 g - Time since birth > 6 hours - Major congenital anomalies or moribund state

Answer: 35

Extra: Therapeutic hypothermia (whole-body or selective head cooling) is indicated for neonates with moderate-to-severe Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE). It must be initiated within 6 hours of birth and continued for 72 hours. Common inclusion criteria: - Gestational age ≥35-36 weeks - Evidence of metabolic acidosis or low APGAR scores - Moderate to severe encephalopathy Common exclusion criteria: - GA <35 weeks - Weight <1800g - Major congenital anomalies - Severe coagulopathy/bleeding

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Neonatal Seizures Flashcards for NEET-PG

Study 10 flashcards on Neonatal Seizures for NEET-PG Pediatrics. These active recall cards cover the key concepts, clinical associations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Neonatology. Each card is designed to test your understanding rather than just recognition, building stronger and more durable memories for exam day.

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Are Neonatal Seizures flashcards free?

Yes, all flashcards on this page are completely free. You can study all 10 cards at no cost. For spaced repetition scheduling, download the Oncourse app.

How many flashcards does this chapter have?

There are 10 flashcards for Neonatal Seizures, covering the key concepts, clinical correlations, and high-yield facts from this chapter of Neonatology.

How should I use these flashcards for NEET-PG?

Read through each prompt and try to answer before revealing the back of the card. This active recall approach builds stronger memories than passive reading. Combine flashcards with the study notes and MCQ practice for the best results.

Are there more flashcards for Neonatology?

Yes. This page covers one chapter of Neonatology. Visit the topic page to see all chapters and their flashcards under Pediatrics.

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