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Generalized Seizures and Pseudoseizures
Generalized seizures "are conceptualized as originating as some point within, and rapidly engaging,
They may begin with ... other sedative drugs ... Pseudoseizures (May ... Classification #Diagnosis #Neurology ... #Signs #Symptoms
An Algorithm for the Management of Seizures

The management of active seizures is algorithmic, starting with a
Management of Seizures ... continuous vital sign ... Pharmacologic treatment ... anti-epileptic drugs ... Management #Emergency #Neurology
While certain drugs are used to control seizures, others can induce seizures in patients without a
While certain drugs ... benzodiazepines also may ... /or preventive dosing ... #Pharmacology #Lower ... #Medications #Seizures
Migraine Treatment Overview

 • What is a Migraine?
 • Pathophysiology
 • Common Migraine Triggers
 • Diagnosis
Migraine Treatment ... Diagnosis • Non-Drug ... Menstrual-Associated Migraine (MAM ... #management #pharmacology ... #prophylaxis #neurology
IDSA Recommendations for Preventing and Treating Disseminated Mycobacterium Avium Complex in HIV-AIDS
Preventing 1st Episode of Disseminated
to Table 5 for dosing ... Indication for Discontinuing ... Primary Prophylaxis ... IDSA #Prevention #Treatment ... infections #HIVAIDS #pharmacology
Eosinophil Disorders Testing Algorithm
INDICATIONS FOR TESTING:
 • Peripheral blood eosinophilia/hypereosinophilia uncovered incidentally during medical evaluation or
uncovered incidentally during ... asthma, allergy, drug ... glucocorticoid treatment ... may be indicated ... organ-specific signs
Pediatric Trauma Primary Survey: C-ABCDE
C - Catastrophic Bleeding - Life-threatening hemorrhage
 • Apply direct pressure/compression bandage
intubation (See Drug ... Dosing Binder) ... Use higher end dosing ... Neurosurgery; consider seizure ... prophylaxis
Posterior Reversible Encephalopathy Syndrome (PRES) Overview

Clinico-Radiological Syndrome, characterized by:
 • Headache
 • Seizures
 • Altered mental
Neurological symptoms ... Electrolyte abnormality, Medication ... /Drug toxicity, ... epilepticus Treatment ... underlying cause • Treatment
Medications Used in the Abortive Treatment of Ongoing Seizure Activity in the Emergency Department

INITIAL THERAPY
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Medications Used ... of Ongoing Seizure ... #Medications #Neurology ... #Pharmacology # ... Dosing #Table
Hydroxychloroquine is an antimalarial & DMARD (disease modifying antirheumatic drug). It is currently being discussed as
an experimental prophylaxis ... and treatment for ... tinnitus) and may ... who require this medication ... Hydroxychloroquine #HCQ #Pharmacology