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Miscellaneous Flashcards

1
Q

What is mannitol used for

A

It is an osmotic diuretic

Reduce increased icp and iop, treat peripheral edema and prevent oliguria

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Side effects of mannitol

A 
Pulm edema 
Metabolic acidosis 
Headache 
Dehydration
Seizures
Hyponatremia
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Bar mannitol, what are other ways of decreasing icp

A

Craniotomy or burr hole
Hyperventilation
Elevate bed by 30 degrees
Shunt to drain csf

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What is phenytoin and what is it used for

A

Anticonvulsant

Given prophlaftically for 48 hours to persons with depressed skull fracture

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Side effects of phenytoin

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Gingival hyperplasia 
Ataxia
Nystagmus 
Tremor 
Hepatotoxicity 
Arrhythmias
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