Neurology — Flashcards

A 14 year old is hit by a baseball bat on R head. He loses consciousness for a few minutes, but recovers promptly & continues to play. 1hr later he is found unconscious with a R fixed dilated pupil. What is the most likely diagnosis? _____

A(n) _____ haematoma can present with an ipsilateral dilated pupil due to compression of CN III

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)

_____ syndrome presents with - CN III palsy - Contralateral hemiparesis

Hint: stroke

What is the secondary management of a TIA? _____ & Statin

The _____ supplies the midbrain

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

What are the clinical signs of opioid toxicity? _____

Hint: 4

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

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