Neurology — Flashcards

Stroke involving the _____ can cause medial medullary syndrome

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

What is the first-line management for trigeminal neuralgia? _____

Strokes involving the _____ cerebral artery may cause contralateral homonymous hemianopia

Trigeminal neuralgia is often described as an "_____" characteristic pain

Stroke involving the _____ can cause lateral pontine syndrome

What underlying neurological pathology should be suspected in a patient with bilateral trigeminal neuralgia? _____

What non-opioid adjuvants can be used for pain caused by raised ICP? _____

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What is the next step in primary care if a patient presents with a TIA > 7 days ago? _____

An examination should only be performed for pain in palliative patients if appropriate OR there are signs of _____