Headache

Question 1

Factors associated with an increased risk of intracranial aneurysm rupture include:

Answer 1

Black or Hispanic
HTN 
Current smoker 
Alcohol abuse
Use of sympathomimetic drugs 
Aneurysm > 7 mm

CFP Self Learning 33.1

Question 2

What is the hallmark presenting symptom of subarachnoid hemorrhage?

Answer 2

Worst headache of my life
OR
Thunderclap

Onset of headache is severe and reaches maximal intensity in seconds to minutes

Question 3

What is the imaging modality of choice in suspected subarachnoid hemorrhage?

Answer 3

CT head without contrast