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Reflexes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| DTRs in malignant hyperthermia | so hot that it burned off the reflex - decreased |
| Definition of status migrainosus | A migraine attack that extends beyond 72 hours, characterized by severe pain resistant to medication, accompanied by nausea vomiting and other sensory sensitivities. |
| What is the inpatient treatment for status migrainosus ? | IV dihydroergotamine, continuous infusion Given in conjunction with prochlorperazine or metoclopramide over the course of 1 to 3 days |
| What is the outpatient treatment for status migrainosus? | Several days of oral glucocorticoids |