DLM Flashcards by lauren alstot

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Cerebral hemorrhage- Imaging

A

CT without contrast

- Allows blood visualization

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Cerebral edema- Imaging

A

CT or MRI

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CVA or TIA- Imaging

A

CT to RO bleed

- Carotid US for stenosis

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Hydrocephalus- Imaging

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MRI- anatomical changes, CSF flow

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Masses/ lesions- Imaging

A

MRI with gadolinium

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Lumbar puncture- indications

A

Brain/ SC neoplasm
Hemorrhage
Meningitis

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Lumbar puncture- Contraindications

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Increased intracranial pressure
Degenerative joint disease
Infection near LP site

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Lumbar puncture- Procedure

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Through L3-L4

- Lateral decubitus position

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Lumbar puncture- Indicators of infection

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High white count
High PMNs
High protein
Low glucose

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