Cranial Arteritis is pain caused by the inflammation of the cranial arteries. True or False?
True
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You are caring for a woman of child bearing age that has epilepsy. What 2 main education points do you need to hit?
Epilepsy in the mother puts the fetus at greater risk for malformations. Effectiveness of oral contraceptives is decreased in women taking anticonvulsant meds
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What symptoms may a person experience during the postdrome phase of a migraine?
Pain gradually subsides, Tiredness, weakness, cognitive difficulties, mood changes (hours to days) Muscle contraction in neck and scalp, pain with exertion
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A patient is diagnosed with hypothyroidism. What labs would you expect? (What is high/low?)
High TSH, Low T4, Low T3
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Rate the following from highest to lowest glycemic index? Mashed Potatoes, A Whole Apple, Orange Juice,
OJ, Mashed Tators, Apple
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Myxedema can occur in severe hypothyroidism. How is this treated?
Arterial Blood Gases (CO2), O2, Caution with IV fluids, Passive rewarming with blankets, IV thyroid hormone
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Delirium is not serious and resolves on it's own. True or False?
FALSE- Medical Emergency. Must find cause and treat before irreversible damage
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Your patient started on metformin 500mg BID. They are having diarrhea. What education will you provide this patient?
GI upset is a common side effect when starting this medication. Symptoms will lessen over time. Start at 500mg daily, then increase to BID as symptoms improve.
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What is the goal A1C for a patient with DM?
<7% (could also be <8%)
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Sumatriptan can be taken if pregnant. True or False
False
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What are the 3 main medications that can be given during status epilepticus?