Save
Upgrade to remove ads
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

MED203

Nervous System Diseases and Disorders

QuestionAnswer
Common Signs and Symptoms of Nervous System Diseases and Disorders Headache, Weakness, Nausea & Vomiting, Motor disturbances stiff neck or back, rigid muscles
Other Common Signs and Symptoms of Nervous System Diseases and Disorders seizures, convulsions, paralysis, Sensory disturbances, especially vision or speech, Drowsiness, stupor, or coma, Mood swings, Fever, Pain
Headache Diffuse pain occurring in any portion of the head
Primary Headache tension, migraine, cluster headaches
Secondary Headache underlying structural problems
Also considered types of Headaches Cranial neuralgia, facial pain,
Migraine Headaches are Recurrent, intense, throbbing headache
Migraine Headaches May Cause Nausea & Vomiting
Migraine Headaches affect Women twice as often as men
Concussion When the brain strike 3 rebound
Contusion Serious bruising from twisting, shearing forces
strike 3 rebound Motion typically referred to as the brain striking the skull and then rebounding against the opposite side,
strike 3 rebound can cause which twists and stretches brain cells, causing structural and chemical damage
Etiology of Migraine Headaches Vasodilation of cerebrocranial arterioles, Hereditary indications Some foods, sunlight, hormones, smells, or changes in weather
Premonitory Migraine Headache symptoms Photophobia, Tinnitus, Aura, craving for sweets, unusual thirst
The Premonitory symptoms for Migraine Headaches are Followed by headache
Diagnostic procedures for Migraine Headaches Depends upon medical history
Tests to rule out organic causes of Migraine Headaches EEG, CT scan, MRI
Migraine Drug therapy NSAIDs, triptans, antinausea medications
Other Migraine Treatment options Rest in quiet, dark room
Complementary therapy for Migraine Headaches Acupuncture and massage
Communicating with client's with Migraine Headaches you should Avoid triggers Begin treatment immediately
Created by: user-1990156
 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards