Alcoholic Brain Injury Flashcards
1
Q
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) are use for?
A
Essential for adequate nervous system and
muscular function.
2
Q
Lack of Thiamine (Vitamin B1) can cause?
A
*Cerebellar Damage
* Nystagmus.
* Hand-eye coordination.
* Balance problems
3
Q
is Alcohol withdrawal syndrome life-threatening?
A
Yes
4
Q
What is defined as Alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
A
Drinking alcohol over several days and then stopping.
5
Q
Alcohol withdrawal-related seizures present within?
A
6-8 hr of the last drink.
6
Q
Epileptiform seizures can occur?
A
12 to 48hr after alcohol cessation.
7
Q
Alcohol withdrawal-related seizures after 48hr are?
A
rare beyond 48hr after alcohol cessation
