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Guillain-Barre Syndr
Neuro Exam
Question | Answer |
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Acute inflammatory demyelinating disease of peripheral nervous system and cranial nerves. Paralysis starts at feet and works way up. | Guillain-Barre Syndrome |
Autoimmune disorder, antibodies damage myelin sheath. Produces ascending weakness with dyskinesia, hyporeflexia, and paresthesias | Guillain-Barre Syndrome |
Usually follows viral infection, URI. Sometimes after flu shot. 60-75% recover completely. | Guillain-Barre Syndrome |
Muscle weakness and diminished reflexes of lower extremities symmetrically. Sym varhy greatly. Mayhave paresthesias, weakness or paralysis involving RR and swallowing muscles. | Guillain-Barre Syndrome |
Clinical manifestations of Guillain-Barre Syndrome typically occur within ___ to ____ weeks post URI, GI or viral infection | 1 to 3 |
What vasopressors given for hypotension with Guillain-Barre Syndrome | Hespan, Albumin, dextran |