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Emergency Treatment Algorithm for Convulsive Status Epilepticus 
 1. ABCDEFG (ABC's and Don't Ever Forget the
Emergency Treatment ... Algorithm for Convulsive ... : 2-5 mg/kg IV, ... #management #neurology ... #seizures #ACEP
Emergency Treatment Algorithm for Convulsive Status Epilepticus
1. ABCDEFG (ABC's and Don't Ever Forget the Glucose)
2. Airway:
Emergency Treatment ... Algorithm for Convulsive ... epilepticus: - Propofol ... : 2-5 mg/kg IV, ... #Neurology #Pharmacology
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
Altered mental status ... on MRA/CTA • Anterior ... • EEG: With persistent ... epilepticus Treatment ... underlying cause • Treatment
MGH Status Epilepticus Treatment Protocol
1st line (seizures ongoing for 5-10 mins): 
 - Lorazepam 4mg IV
Treatment Protocol ... over 5 min (need EKG ... pre/post) 3rd ... mg/kg/hr 2) Propofol ... #Protocol #algorithm
Preoperative Risk Evaluation

Major Pre-Op Questions:
1. Does the patient have any modifiable risk factors that could be
Evaluation Major Pre-Op ... event, follow ACC algorithm ... indicated • EKG ... Obtain EKG if: ... ACEi/ARBs - Hold
Hyperkalemia - Diagnosis and Management - GrepMed Handbook

S/Sx: Most pts asymptomatic. Weakness, cramping, nausea, paresthesias, palpitations,
Medications: K+, ACEi ... Optimize volume status ... : • Calcium 2- ... 10U reg IV + 1-2 ... #potassium #nephrology