Neurology — Flashcards

Nerve conduction studies for motor neuron disease are _____

A _____ classically presents with a sudden-onset "thunderclap headache"

The most common site for a(n) _____ aneurysm is at the junction of the anterior communicating and anterior cerebral arteries

What is the first-line pharmacological management for ALS-MND? _____

Primary lateral sclerosis predominantly affects _____ motor neurons typically affecting the lower limbs first

Hint: upper/lower

"worst headache of my life" is suggestive of _____

Hint: condition

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis typically presents with progressive muscle weakness & atrophy typically starting in _____

NORMAL findings in a non-contrast CT done < _____ hours of symptom onset for subarachnoid haemorrhage → consider alternative diagnosis

85% of spontaneous SAH are caused by _____

_____ is used to prevent cerebral vasospasm following a(n) subarachnoid haemorrhage