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Generalized Seizures and Pseudoseizures
Generalized seizures "are conceptualized as originating as some point within, and rapidly engaging,
Generalized Seizures ... caused by a toxic ... and metabolic causes ... Classification #Diagnosis ... #Neurology #Signs
Causes of Hyperkalemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
 • Increased Intake
 • Reduced Excretion (IV potassium with
Causes of Hyperkalemia ... - Differential Diagnosis ... Transcellular Shift ... #Hyperkalemia #Nephrology ... #Algorithm #Causes
An Algorithm for the Management of Seizures

The management of active seizures is algorithmic, starting with a
of Seizures ... The management of ... active seizures ... Pharmacologic treatment ... #Emergency #Neurology
The rationale for aggressive treatment of generalized status epilepticus was described previously here.  In short,
rely upon rapid seizure ... The longer the seizure ... epilepticus which may cause ... epilepticus may cause ... #Management #Neurology
Diagnostic Algorithm for the Patient with Seizure in the Emergency Department
Does the history suggest a seizure?
Diagnostic Algorithm ... suggesting alternative diagnosis ... #Algorithm #Diagnosis ... #Seizure #management ... #Neurology
Intraoperative Hypertension - Guidelines for Crises in Anaesthesia
Hypertension is most commonly due to inappropriate depth of
alfentanil can be diagnostic ... syndrome) • Medical causes ... intracranial pressure, seizure ... Intraoperative #Checklist #Diagnosis ... #Management #Workup
Status Epilepticus Pharmacotherapy Guide

 • Phenytoin and Fosphenytoin
 • Valproate Sodium
 • Levetiracetam
 • Lacosamide
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#Epilepticus #Pharmacology ... #neurology #management ... #epilepsy #seizure
Causes of Hypokalemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Once pseudohypokalemia is ruled out, causes of hypokalemia can be
Causes of Hypokalemia ... - Differential Diagnosis ... (transcellular shift ... #Differential #Diagnosis ... #workup #nephrology
Cardiac Tamponade - Guidelines for Crises in Anaesthesia
Caused by an accumulation of blood, pus, effusion fluid
if necessary, secure ... • Diagnostic ... Plan definitive management ... Anesthesiology #Anesthesia ... #Management #Workup
Local Anaesthetic Toxicity - Guidelines for Crises in Anaesthesia
Signs of severe toxicity:
 • Sudden alteration in
Guidelines for Crises ... A). ❼ Control seizures ... Anesthesiology #Anesthesia ... Intraoperative #Checklist #Diagnosis ... #Management #Workup