Neuro & Endocrine Emergencies Flashcards
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Transient ischemic attacks (TIA)
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Signs and symptoms must be gone within 24 hours
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Cerebrovascular accident
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Headache Altered level of conscious Aphasia facial droop hemiparesis/hemiplegia gait dysfunction nausea and vomiting Unresponsiveness respiratory and vital sign changes
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Status epilepticus
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- Repeated seizures without full orientation between seizures
- continuous seizure lasting more than 10 minutes
- three or more seizures in one hour
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Hyperglycemia (diabetic coma)
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Frequent urination thirst dehydration Dry, warm skin rapid, weak pulse/hypotension Non-healing wounds and infections Air hunger and Kussmaul respirations sweet, fruity oder slow progression to unresponsiveness ketoacidosis (DKA)
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Hypoglycemia (insulin shock)
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Dizziness, headache aggressive or confused behavior rapid progression of ALOC Hunger fainting, seizure, or coma deep, rapid breathing Pale, moist skin sweating rapid pulse normal or slightly elevated B/P
