Neurological Symptoms and Fainting Quiz
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What is the definition of syncope?

  • A sensation of fainting without actually losing consciousness
  • A chronic sensation of lightheadedness and weakness
  • A sudden but temporary loss of consciousness and postural tone from transient global hypoperfusion of the brain (correct)
  • A gradual loss of consciousness due to prolonged hypoperfusion of the brain

    • What are the key factors to consider when evaluating a patient with suspected syncope?

  • The duration of the episode and whether voices could still be heard
  • The patient's history, including position during the episode and any triggers or warning symptoms (correct)
  • Whether the patient has experienced near-syncope or syncope
  • The onset and offset of the episode, and any accompanying palpitations

    • What is dysesthesias characterized by?

  • Chronic sensation of lightheadedness and weakness
  • A sensation of fainting without actually losing consciousness
  • A loss of consciousness and postural tone
  • Burning or irritating sensation with light touch or pinprick (correct)

    • What warrants a meticulous history to guide management and possible hospital admission?

    <p>Patient reports of fainting or 'passing out'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be established when assessing sensory deficits in dysesthesias?

    <p>Pattern of sensory loss, stocking-glove distribution, and whether deficits are patchy or nondermatomal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does near syncope refer to?

    <p>A sensation of fainting without actually losing consciousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by a sudden excessive electrical discharge from cortical neurons?

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

    What is the most common cause of syncope, as mentioned in the text?

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

    What are the possible causes of syncope, as discussed in the text?

    <p>Arrhythmias and heart disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential cause of loss of consciousness, as indicated in the text?

    <p>Subarachnoid hemorrhage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by a prodrome of nausea, diaphoresis, and pallor triggered by a fearful or unpleasant event?

    <p>Vasovagal syncope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of pain occurs in painful sensory neuropathies from conditions like diabetes?

    <p>Burning pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of sensory loss occurs in polyneuropathies, especially from diabetes?

    <p>Stocking, then glove</p> Signup and view all the answers

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