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Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Vasospasm}} is the most common complication of subarachnoid hemorrhage and often occurs {{c2::4 to 12 days}} after the initial in…
Published	12/14/2023	The combination of hypertension, irregular respiration, and bradycardia represents {{c1::Cushing reflex}}, which is a sign of {{c2::increase…
Published	12/14/2023	The most common cause of bacterial meningitis in children between {{c2::6 months}} and 6 years of age is {{c1::Streptococcus pneumoniae}}.
Published	12/14/2023	N meningitidis is a gram-negative {{c1::diplococcus::shape}}.
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::N meningitidis }}meningitis is associated with {{c2::purpura::skin pathology}}, a petechial rash, DIC, and septic shock
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Ceftriaxone}} is the initial empiric treatment for adult meningitis
Published	12/14/2023	During the latent phase, viral genetic material is preserved as an {{c1::episome}}, which is circular, dsDNA that is not yet integrated…
Published	12/14/2023	hypotension, hypoglycemia, hyponatremia, and hyperkalemia can be caused by {{c1::Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::PML (progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy)}} is a demyelinating disease that causes {{c2::nonenhancing white matter}} …
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Published	12/14/2023	The most common hereditary form of ataxia is {{c1::Friedrich ataxia.}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Amantadine::Drug}} can cause orthostatic hypotension and {{c2::livedo reticularis}}
Published	12/14/2023	Dopaminergic neurons from the substantia nigra project to the {{c1::striatum}}
Published	12/14/2023	Ptosis that resolves after application of an icepack designates {{c1::Myasthenia Gravis}}
Published	12/14/2023	what is this?{{c1::Glioblastoma multiforme}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Tuberous Sclerosis}} clinically manifests as autism, developmental delay, tumors in multiple areas, and ash-leaf spots
Published	12/14/2023	Two childhood brain tumors that can be seen within the cerbellum include {{c1::Pilicytic Astrocytoma}} and {{c1::Medulloblastoma}}
Published	12/14/2023	A strong family history of malignancy with a predominance of sarcomas, breast cancer, and leukemia, suggesting a likely diagnosis of {{c1::L…
Published	12/14/2023	{{c2::Schwannomas}} can be found at the {{c1::cerebellopontine angle::specific location}} and are associated with CN VIII deficits (tinnitus…
Published	12/14/2023	ALS demonstrates a {{c1::Wallerian::direction}} degeneration of UMN pathways
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Guillan Barre}} presents with {{c2::rapid::rapid or slow}} symmetric ascending paralysis
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::PML}} can demonstrate {{c2::noncontrast-enhancing::characteristic}} lesions in the white matter
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Verapamil}} is used for migraine prophylaxis, while {{c1::Triptans}} are used for migraine treatment
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::HIV encephalopathy}} is caused by infection of microglia in the brain.
Published	12/14/2023	{{c2::Wilson Disease}} has a Parkinsonian presentation and is identified via low {{c1::ceruloplasmin level}}, neurological signs and symptom…
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Metachromatic Leukodystrophy}} is a leukodystrophy that presents with speech deterioration and muscle functions
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Krabbe Leukodystrophy}} is a leukodystrophy that presents with developmental delay
Published	12/14/2023	rimmed vacuoles and endomysial inflammation along with proximal muscle weakness is indicative of {{c1::inclusion body myositis}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Toxoplasmosa}} appears as multiple ring enhancing lesions. {{c2::Primary CNS Lymphoma}} presents as a single ring enhancing lesion
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::CMV retinitis}} is a common cause of rapidly progressing blindness in patients living with HIV with CD4+ cell counts <100 cells/mm3…
Published	12/14/2023	Two hypotheses for increased ICP yet normal CT include {{c1::Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension}} and {{c1::Cerebral Venous Hypertension}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Vascular Dementia}} can be due to a small artery infarction leading to abrupt cognitive decline and focal neurologic findings
Published	12/14/2023	Ptosis, Bulbar muscle weakness, and proximal muscle weakness is characteristic of {{c1::myasthenia gravis}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Charcot-Marie-Tooth}} is a group of hereditary peripheral neuropathies characterized by distal muscle weakness
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Hypocretin-1}} levels are low to absent in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) of patients who have narcolepsy with cataplexy
Published	12/14/2023	{{c2::Anxiety and agitation}} are central effects of dopamine, so {{c1::carbidopa::parkinson drug}} does not prevent them.
Published	12/14/2023	Vitamin B12 affects Dorsal Column and {{c1::Lateral Corticospinal Tract.}}Tabes Dorsalis affects Dorsal Column and {{c1::Dorsal Nerve Root}}
Published	12/14/2023	Small Cell Carcinoma can cause {{c1::LEMS}}, SIADH, and Cushings
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Neuroleptic Maignant Syndrome}} four cardinal signs: high fever, "lead-pipe" rigidity, altered mental status, and autonomic instability.
Published	12/14/2023	Lamotrigine is an antiepileptic drug that is also used to reduce relapses in {{c1::bipolar}} disorder
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Tardive dyskinesia}} commonly presents with uncontrollable movements, most often in the face
Published	12/14/2023	First-line medication for chronic treatment of postherpetic pain is {{c1::gabapentin}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Lithium}} is contraindicated in those with chronic kidney disease or frequent orthostasis or dehydration.
Published	12/14/2023	Bupropion {{c1::does NOT::does or does not}} illicit Serotonin Syndrome
Published	12/14/2023	Clozapine blocks {{c1::Dopamine}} AND {{c1::SEROTONIN}}
Published	12/14/2023	In Nephrogenic DI (lithium induced), patients present with urine specific gravity {{c1::<1.010}}
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Haloperidol}} a dopamine antagonist can cause hyperprolactemia
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Oxazepam}} is a short acting benzodizepene that is prone to dependency
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Methylphenidate}} is aan amphetamine analog suitable for ADHD treatment
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Conversion Disorders}} exhibit la belle indifference, while {{c1::Somatic Symptom Disorders}} exhibit anxiety and stress about the symptoms
Published	12/14/2023	In addition to undesired social inhibtion, {{c1::avoidant}} personality disorder exhibits oversensitivity to criticism, fear of being disliked, s…
Published	12/14/2023	{{c1::Trichotillomania}} is defined as the pulling out of one's hair, often preceded by tension
Published	12/14/2023	The threshold for PTSD is {{c1::>1 month}}
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