Neurology — Flashcards

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

The _____ supplies the lateral medulla

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 _____

_____ syndrome presents with - Quadraplegia - Preservation of vertical eye movements & blinking

Hint: stroke

_____ syndrome presents with - CN III palsy - Contralateral hemiparesis

Hint: stroke

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)

What is the 1st line pharmacological management of agitation in palliative patients in the terminal phase? _____

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

_____ syndrome presents with - Ipsilateral CN VII palsy - Contralateral loss of pain & temperature loss in limb/torso - Vertigo, nystagmus, ataxia

Hint: stroke