Acute Dystonia Flashcards by Rusna Dhanjal | Brainscape

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What are Acute Dystonias?

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Sustained, painful, muscular spasms, producing twisted abnormal postures

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What are the most common symptoms of Acute Dystonias?

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-Neck, Tongue and Jaw Stiffness
- Oculogyric Crisis (neck arched and eyes rolled back

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What is the treatment of Acute Dystonias?

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IM/IV Anticholinergics = Procyclidine
Consider for 1/2 days after dystonia and consider long-term prophylaxis

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