Neuro 4a Flashcards
1
Q
Shy-Drager syndrome
A
Dysautonomia associated with Parkinson’s
2
Q
Mechanism by which cefepime causes AMS and seizures
A
GABA antagonism (concentration dependent)
3
Q
What organ eliminates 85% of cefepime?
A
Kidneys
4
Q
The ONLY case in which ART should be delayed in HIV dx
A
Cryptococcal meningitis
5
Q
How long do you wait to start ART in pts w/ cryptococcal meningitis?
A
At least 5 weeks
6
Q
Unique feature of LP cell counts in HSV encephalitis
A
⬆️⬆️RBCs
7
Q
MRI finding of HSV encephalitis
A
Hemorrhage in temporal lobe