Neurology — Flashcards

Once trigeminal neuralgia symptoms go into remission, it is recommended to _____

Stroke involving the _____ can cause lateral medullary (Wallenberg) syndrome

An _____ haematoma classically presents with a "low-impact" trauma followed by loss of consciousness, a lucid interval, then LOC again

What are the 3 key concepts of pain relief in palliative care? 1. _____ 2. By the mouth (Give analgesia orally where possible) 3. By the ladder (Follow the WHO analgesic ladder)

Trigeminal neuralgia is atypical in patients < _____ years old

Trigeminal neuralgia most commonly affects the _____ and/or maxilliary divisions of CN V

A 60 year old man complains of extremely severe, sharp, shooting, “like a bolt of lighting”, pain, which lasts about 60 seconds. It is noted that part of his face is unshaven, because he fears to touch that area. What is likely occurring? _____

When can analgesic adjuvants be used in palliative pain management? _____

The breakthrough dose of morphine is _____ of the daily background dose

Does diagnosis of extradural haematoma require loss of consciousness followed by a lucid interval? _____