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Iridodonesis

Physical examination revealed iridodonesis, or “dancing” of the iris, which was elicited by rapid movement of
movement, is a sign ... characteristic sign ... #PhysicalExam # ... Ophthalmology #Signs ... #Ocular
Diagnostic Testing for Meningitis
History:
 • Triad: Fever, neck stiffness, and altered mental status
 • Sens: 44%
Diagnostic Testing ... Non-specific Kernig Sign ... 95% Brudzinski Sign ... #Meningitis #diagnosis ... #testing #physicalexam
Iridodonesis

Physical examination revealed iridodonesis, or “dancing” of the iris, which was elicited by rapid movement of
movement, is a sign ... characteristic sign ... #PhysicalExam # ... Ophthalmology #Signs ... #Ocular
Myotonic Dystrophy
Typically presents in middle age with weakness of hands, legs and neck.
 - Mental deficiency
weakness of hands, legs ... and neck ... - Ptosis - Cataracts ... Dystrophy #Myotonia #Diagnosis ... #signs #symptoms
Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism - Symptoms and Signs
Hypothyroidism:
 - General - From asymptomatic to myxedema coma, “Like
- Symptoms and Signs ... Fatigue - Face/Neck ... ophthalmopathy ocular ... Hyperthyroid #Symptoms #Signs ... #Diagnosis #endocrinology
Myasthenia Gravis Overview

Myasthenia Gravis is an autoimmune disorder of the postsynaptic neuromuscular junction.  Ab to
Ocular- 50%: Ptosis ... Neck: “dropping ... weakness, arms > legs ... test - Cogan sign ... - Peek sign
Newborn Infant - Routine Examination

Birthweight, gestational age and birthweight percentile are noted.
General observation Of the baby's
is also a late sign ... When the diagnosis ... absent, may be from cataracts ... are observed for signs ... Newborn #Infant #PhysicalExam
The Neurological Evaluation of a Comatose Patient

Definition:
 • Coma: a state of unresponsiveness; the absence of
Differential Diagnosis ... light reflex • Corneal ... • Vestibulo-ocular ... • Examine for signs ... caseyalbin #PhysicalExam