Neurology — Flashcards

Strokes involving the _____ cerebral artery may cause contralateral homonymous hemianopia

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

Stroke involving the _____ can cause lateral pontine syndrome

Extradural haemorrhage often presents with a loss of consciousness followed by a(n) _____ interval for up to 48 hours

What are the steps of the WHO analgesia ladder? 1. _____ 2. Mild opioid (e.g. codeine) +/- adjuvant 3. Strong opioid (e.g. morphine) +/- adjuvant

What is the 1st line pharmacological management of agitation in palliative patients who are not in the terminal phase? _____

What is the next step if carbamazepine is contraindicated or not treating trigeminal neuralgia? _____

The _____ supplies the medial medulla

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

What non-opioid adjuvants can be used for neuropathic pain? _____

Hint: 2