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| What is the definition of syncope? |
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| Loss of consciousness associated with loss of postural tone |
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| Blood flow impairment to the brain |
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| Distinguish syncope from seizures. |
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| witnessed unconsciousness, no body stiffening or limb jerking, lasts <30 sec |
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| What does vasovagal syncope occur? (3) |
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| 1) Pain, fear, unpleasant sight, sound, or smell 2) Prolonged motionless standing 3) Athlete /p exertion |
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| When does situational syncope occur? |
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Definition
| during or right after micturition, cough, swallowing, or defecation |
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| with head rotation, pressure on the carotid sinus (tumors, shaving, tight collars) |
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| BP decline >20 from supine or standing |
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| What is syncope w/ throat or facial pain (glossopharyngeal or trigeminal neuralgia) |
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Definition
| neurocardiogenic syncope with neuralgia |
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| Medication that may lead to long QT syndrome, orthostasis, or bradycardia? |
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| What is the standard test for unexplained syncope? |
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