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Abnormalities in CSF reabsorption or production can lead to hydrocephalus. True or False?
Abnormalities in CSF reabsorption or production can lead to hydrocephalus. True or False?
True
Visual field assessment can be done via a bedside confrontational test. True or False?
Visual field assessment can be done via a bedside confrontational test. True or False?
True
Subdural hemorrhage usually results from tearing of bridging veins. True or False?
Subdural hemorrhage usually results from tearing of bridging veins. True or False?
True
Prolonged antiepileptic treatment may be necessary in some TBI cases. True or False?
Prolonged antiepileptic treatment may be necessary in some TBI cases. True or False?
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Horner's syndrome is characterized by miosis (pupil constriction), ptosis (drooping eyelid), and facial anhidrosis. True or False?
Horner's syndrome is characterized by miosis (pupil constriction), ptosis (drooping eyelid), and facial anhidrosis. True or False?
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Mydriasis (dilated pupil) and exophthalmos (protruding eyeball) are associated with Horner's syndrome. True or False?
Mydriasis (dilated pupil) and exophthalmos (protruding eyeball) are associated with Horner's syndrome. True or False?
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Meningiomas are the most common primary brain tumors in children.
Meningiomas are the most common primary brain tumors in children.
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Lumbar puncture is contraindicated in cases with space-occupying brain lesions due to the risk of herniation.
Lumbar puncture is contraindicated in cases with space-occupying brain lesions due to the risk of herniation.
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Ischemic stroke is primarily diagnosed with MRI scans.
Ischemic stroke is primarily diagnosed with MRI scans.
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Lesions in the internal capsule usually result in visual deficits.
Lesions in the internal capsule usually result in visual deficits.
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Dexamethasone and mannitol are used for the treatment of vasogenic edema.
Dexamethasone and mannitol are used for the treatment of vasogenic edema.
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Oculomotor nerve palsy can be caused by posterior communicating artery aneurysm.
Oculomotor nerve palsy can be caused by posterior communicating artery aneurysm.
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MRI of the spine is often done for metastasis screening in patients with medulloblastoma.
MRI of the spine is often done for metastasis screening in patients with medulloblastoma.
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Intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) is commonly located in the frontal lobe.
Intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) is commonly located in the frontal lobe.
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CSF is produced predominantly by the arachnoid villi.
CSF is produced predominantly by the arachnoid villi.
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Diagnosis of brain death can be made only with clinical examination.
Diagnosis of brain death can be made only with clinical examination.
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Study Notes
Hydrocephalus and CSF
- Abnormalities in CSF reabsorption or production can lead to hydrocephalus.
Visual Field Assessment
- Visual field assessment can be done via a bedside confrontational test.
Subdural Hemorrhage
- Subdural hemorrhage usually results from tearing of bridging veins.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Prolonged antiepileptic treatment may be necessary in some TBI cases.
Horner's Syndrome
- Horner's syndrome is characterized by miosis (pupil constriction), ptosis (drooping eyelid), and facial anhidrosis.
- Mydriasis (dilated pupil) and exophthalmos (protruding eyeball) are not associated with Horner's syndrome.
Brain Tumors
- Meningiomas are not the most common primary brain tumors in children.
Lumbar Puncture
- Lumbar puncture is contraindicated in cases with space-occupying brain lesions due to the risk of herniation.
Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic stroke is primarily diagnosed with MRI scans.
Internal Capsule Lesions
- Lesions in the internal capsule do not usually result in visual deficits.
Vasogenic Edema
- Dexamethasone and mannitol are used for the treatment of vasogenic edema.
Oculomotor Nerve Palsy
- Oculomotor nerve palsy can be caused by posterior communicating artery aneurysm.
Metastasis Screening
- MRI of the spine is often done for metastasis screening in patients with medulloblastoma.
Intracranial Hemorrhage (ICH)
- Intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) is not commonly located in the frontal lobe.
CSF Production
- CSF is not produced predominantly by the arachnoid villi.
Brain Death Diagnosis
- Diagnosis of brain death cannot be made only with clinical examination.
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Test your knowledge about the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and the visual pathway with this quiz. Learn about the normal volume of CSF in adults, abnormalities in CSF reabsorption or production, its role as a cushion to protect the brain, and visual pathway-related conditions such as optic nerve lesions and pituitary macroadenoma.
