5 Ds and 3 Ns Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the term dysphagia refer to?

Double vision

Difficulty speaking

Difficulty swallowing (correct)

Feeling dizzy

What does the term dysarthria mean?

Feeling faint

Loss of coordination

Numbness in the face

Difficulty speaking (correct)

Dizziness can be described as?

Loss of balance

Difficulty standing

A state of confusion

A feeling of lightheadedness (correct)

What does diplopia mean?

Double vision Signup and view all the answers

What are drop attacks?

Sudden falls without warning Signup and view all the answers

Ataxia is characterized by?

Impaired balance or coordination Signup and view all the answers

What does nystagmus refer to?

Uncontrolled eye movements Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'nausea' mean?

Feeling sick or needing to vomit Signup and view all the answers

Numbness in the face can signal which condition?

Stroke Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

5 Ds and 3 Ns

Dysphagia: Difficulty swallowing; can indicate neurological issues or obstructions in the throat.
Dysarthria: A speech disorder resulting from muscle control problems; often affects clarity and articulation.
Dizziness: A subjective sensation of spinning or loss of balance; can be related to vestibular disorders or systemic issues.
Diplopia: Double vision, which can occur from muscle paralysis, neurological disorders, or lens issues in the eyes.
Drop Attacks: Sudden falls without warning; often associated with seizures or balance disorders.
Ataxia: A lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements; may affect gait and balance, indicative of cerebellar dysfunction.
Nystagmus: Involuntary eye movement that can occur with vestibular disorders; may lead to difficulties with vision stabilization.
Nausea: A sensation of unease and discomfort in the stomach, often preceding vomiting; could be linked to a variety of conditions including motion sickness or gastrointestinal issues.
Numbness (face, maybe weakness): Loss of sensation, often accompanied by weakness, indicating possible neurological conditions such as stroke or peripheral neuropathy.

Description

This quiz consists of flashcards that focus on important medical terms related to symptoms and conditions, namely the 5 Ds (Dysphagia, Dysarthria, Dizziness, Diplopia, and Drop Attacks) and 3 Ns (Ataxia, Nystagmus, Nausea, and Numbness). Lay the groundwork for deeper comprehension of these clinical terms and their implications in medical settings.