Headache Types
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Which of the following is a red flag for headache?

  • Presence of nuchal rigidity
  • Onset of headache at age 50
  • Change in well-established headache pattern (correct)
  • Onset of headache at age 5

    • Which diagnostic test is preferred for evaluating headaches?

  • Sinus series
  • X-ray (cervical)
  • MRI (correct)
  • CT without contrast

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of tension headache?

  • Pulsating quality
  • Excruciating pain
  • Lasting 4-72 hours (correct)
  • Unilateral location

    • What is the initial treatment for migraines?

    <p>NSAIDs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications can be used for migraine prophylaxis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a criteria for diagnosing migraine without aura?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a criteria for diagnosing migraine with aura?

    <p>Presence of visual aura</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a red flag for headache?

    <p>Change in well-established headache pattern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic test is preferred for evaluating headaches?

    <p>MRI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of headache is the most common in primary care?

    <p>Tension headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of people experience migraine headaches in primary care?

    <p>14%-16%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group should be considered for secondary headaches?

    <p>Over 50 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a primary headache type?

    <p>Sinus headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical type of secondary headache?

    <p>Medication overuse headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of headache is associated with facial tenderness and congestion?

    <p>Sinus headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of headache is associated with acute angle glaucoma?

    <p>Orbital headache</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a red flag for headaches?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym SNOOPPP stand for in relation to headaches?

    <p>Systemic symptoms, Neurological signs/symptoms, Onset, Onset (age at onset of headache), Papilledema, Previous headache history</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should patients with ominous warning signs and/or focal symptoms be referred to neurologists?

    <p>Immediately</p> Signup and view all the answers

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