Headaches & Fever Flashcards
What are the major groups of headaches?
Primary and secondary
Primary headaches account for ___% of headaches
90
Which major group of headache has an underlying medical condition?
Secondary
Which major group of headache can be fixed via self care?
Primary
What are the subgroups in primary headaches?
- Tension-type
- Migraine
- Sinus
What is the onset in sinus headaches?
Simultaneous with sinus symptoms
What is the onset in migraines?
Sudden
What is the onset in tension-type headaches?
Gradual
How long do migraines last?
Hours to 2-3 days
How long do sinus headaches last?
Days (resolved with sinus symptoms)
How long do tension-type headaches last?
Hours to days
What are some exclusions for self-treatment?
- Severe head pain
- > 10 days with or without treatment
- Last trimester of pregnancy
- < 8 years of age
- High fever or signs of serious infection
- History of liver disease
- Consumption of ≥3 alcoholic drinks per day
- Secondary headache – head trauma, stroke, substance abuse or withdrawal, bacterial or vial infection, or disorders of cranial structures
- No formal diagnosis of migraine headache
What are some non-pharmacological treatments for tension-type headaches?
Relaxation exercises + physical activity that involves stretching
Which type of headaches have non-pharmacological treatments?
Tension-type and migraines
What are some non-pharmacological treatments for migraines?
- Keep a regular schedule (sleep, eat, etc)
- Manage stress
- Diet restrictions w/ triggers
- Avoid hunger / low glucose
What is the recommended dose of APAP for <12 years of age?
Weight based; 10-15mg/kg every 4-6 hours
What is the max dose of APAP for <12 years of age?
480mg/dose or 2400mg/day
What is the recommended dose of APAP for ≥12 years of age?
325-1000 mg every 4-6 hour
What is the max dose of APAP for ≥12 years of age?
Max: 4g
Recommended: 3250mg
What is the recommended dose of Ibuprofen for <12 years of age?
Weight based; 5-10 mg/kg every 6-8 hours