disorders of the neuro system Flashcards

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viral Meningitis signs and symptoms

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more common
rarely serious
flu-like symptoms
1-2 weeks

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Encephalitis

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contracted from vectors (mosquitos)

ask pt. if they traveled recently

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Parkinson’s signs and symptoms

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gradual and subtle, early symptoms masked by aging or fatigue, muscular rigidity, bradykinesia or akinesia, tremors, changes in posture, shuffling gait, pill rolling,

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4
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parkinsons safety

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with ambulation

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Romberg sign

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pt. is able to stand with feet together and eyes open, but sways or falls with eyes closed

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positive Romberg sign in older adults safety precautions

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assist with ambulation

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positive Babinski sign

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when the bottom of the feet are stimulated and the toes fan out indicating a neurological issue

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decerebrate posture

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the arms and legs being held straight out, the toes being pointed downward, and the head and neck being arched backward.

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9
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myelogram

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for severe symptoms

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10
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CT scan education

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done FIRST, easier and detects skull fractures better

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What should you monitor with CT scans?

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unstable vital signs

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12
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Should you medicate before a CT scan?

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yes

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13
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What kind of hereditary disease is Huntington’s?

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autosomal dominant

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14
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viral meningitis

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very common

flu like symptoms for 1-2 weeks

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15
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bacterial meningitis

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isolation
antibiotics
droplet precautions

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16
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bacterial meningitis signs and symptoms

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stiff neck
photophobia
headache

17
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positive Brudzinski sign indicates what?

A

meningitis

flexion of neck causes hips and knees to flex

18
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sympathetic response

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fight or flight
heart rate goes up
peristalsis goes down
bronchioles dilate

19
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partial seizure

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does not lose consciousness

Paresthesia of opposite side of body, involuntary arm/hand movement of opposite side , visual disturbances

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generalized seizure

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Tonic- 30-60secs, rigidity, pupils fixed and dilated, hands/jaw clenched
Clonic- muscles jerking in a rhythmic manner, incontinent, biting lips

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seizure triggers

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stress
flashing lights
caffeine
fatigue

22
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four tool

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no evaluation of verbal response is necessary

23
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Alzheimer’s stage 1

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Early Stage, lasts 2-4 years
Increasing forgetfulness
Coping mechanisms- lists
Diminished interests
Termination from job
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Autonomic dysreflexia

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most common cause is bladder distension

aggravating stimuli below injury

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ADL's and the upper body
upper body ocupational therapy pain in the upper body
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Migraine treatment
quit amatrex dark rooms rest
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promoting nutrition for neurological dysfunction
small frequent meals high calorie and dense foods ex. protein shakes
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Diacephalon
hypothalamus | thalamus
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bromocriptine education
may cause dizziness
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brain herniation outcome
death | prepare for organ donation and end of life care
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brain tumor pt. safety
similar to seizure precautions padded side rails bed low suction near by
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how do you move pt.s with spinal cord injuries?
log roll them
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LEP signs and symptoms
``` fixed dilated pupils LOC dteriorates temp goes up headache systolic bp goes up ```
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LEP treatment
manitol
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4 points
patient is trying to get out of bed
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Alzheimer's stage 2
``` Longest stage, 2-12 years Become more irritable- especially with tasks- break down into simple steps Depression Aphasia (receptive and expressive) Normal sleep-wake cycle disrupted- wandering Personal hygiene deteriorates Inappropriate social behavior Hoarding ```
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Alzheimer's stage 3
``` Progression to complete dependency Incontinence B/B Loss of ability to converse Emotional control lost Inability to recognize loved ones Unable to move, swallow, or express needs Death from complication of immobility ```
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what is a drug holiday?
pt. stops all medications for 24 hours to enjoy drinking and other activities
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paresis
tingling snesation