Neurology — Flashcards

What is the management for fungal meningitis? Step1: _____ Step 2: Oral fluconazole for 8 weeks until -ve cultures

Hint: 2

_____ stain outlines the heavy capsule that surrounds Cryptococci fungi, giving it a unique "halo" appearance

The most common level to have a herniated disc is _____

What are the most common causes of viral meningitis? _____

Hint: 3

_____ meningitis is the most common type of meningitis

_____ refers to meningitis and/or septicaemia caused by Neisseria meningitidis

A patient with headache, fever, nuchal rigidity and a non-blanching rash should NOT be given a(n) _____

Hint: investigation

Herniated discs can cause radiculopathy along the _____ nerve

Hint: most common

_____ is a condition that involves inflammation of the leptomeninges caused by viruses

_____ are most susceptible to fungal meningitis, particularly cryptococcal meningitis

Hint: demographic