01 November Flashcards
What is a marker that can be used to measure for septic shock?
Serum lactate is elevated in septic shock
What is Lipodermatosclerosis?
Lipodermatosclerosis refers to changes in the skin of the lower legs. It is a form of panniculitis (inflammation of the layer of fat under the skin). Symptoms include pain, hardening of skin, change in skin color (redness), swelling, and a tapering of the legs above the ankles.
What is paroxysmal AF?
Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation occurs when a rapid, erratic heart rate begins suddenly and then stops on its own within 7 days. It is also known as intermittent A-fib and often lasts for less than 24 hours.
What is transient global amnesia (TGA)?
sudden, but temporary, loss of short-term memory and not being able to form new memories.
What does LOW stand for?
Loss of weight
What does LOA stand for?
Loss of attachment
What is loss of attachment?
A lowering of the gums, exposing the roots of the teeth.
How does disulfiram work?
Disulfiram works by blocking the breakdown of alcohol in the body. This leads to buildup of a toxic alcohol-related compound that can cause people who drink alcohol while taking this medication to become very sick.
What does “cerebellar speech” refer to?
Cerebellar ataxia leading to difficulty with speech
What is cerebellar ataxia?
Cerebellar ataxia can occur as a result of many diseases and may present with symptoms of an inability to coordinate balance, gait, extremity and eye movements.
What is nystagmus?
An involuntary eye movement which may cause the eye to rapidly move from side to side, up and down or in a circle, and may slightly blur vision.
What is a common place in practice for insulin isophane?
Insulin isophane is commonly used when patients are using oral corticosteroids as the peak of insulin isophane coincides with the peak effect of the steroid.
magnitude of stress dosing
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One of the first signs a person has adrenal insufficiency and needs stress dosing is hypotension
TBC
What difference will be noted on an ECG if a patient has AF?
There will be an absence of a P wave