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Approach to Headaches - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Red flags (PHANTOMS):
 • Pattern change, progressively worse, papilledema
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Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Altered mental status ... , analgesics refractory ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #neurology #PHANTOMS
The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
continues, the more refractory ... #Management #Neurology ... #CriticalCare # ... #Refractory #Seizures ... #Algorithm #PulmCrit
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) - Diagnosis
Clinical Features:
 • Altered mental status (Either lethargy, confusion, or
Altered mental status ... Generalized > focal) • Headache ... constant, global, and refractory ... Immunomodulatory meds ... Syndrome #Diagnosis #Neurology
Diuresis in Critical Care - Achieving a Negative Fluid Balance
Advantages Of A Negative Fluid Balance:
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REMOVE UNECCESARY MEDS ... high aldosterone states ... patients who are refractory ... Early nephrologv ... Balance #management #criticalcare
Management of Convulsive Status Epilepticus in children
Stabilization Phase (Seizure 0-5 minutes):
 • Check and maintain ABC
of Convulsive Status ... Refractory Status ... seizure #Management #neurology ... #pediatrics #peds ... #algorithm