Lithium-Induced Neurotoxic “Syndrome”
Lithium-Induced Neurotoxic “Syndrome” NOTE: There is no established, specific, one neurologic syndrome caused by lithium, labeled as such. And yet, for the reason that the neurologic sequelae of lithium excess…
Heat Exhaustion
Heat Exhaustion Causes Occurs because of impaired or inadequate sweating. Occurs if a person is exerting him/herself in hot ambient temperature, and when he/she does not drink enough fluids to…
Heatstroke
Heatstroke Cause Occurs from a breakdown in heat regulatory mechanisms causing cessation in sweating. Major factor is increased ambient temperature, particularly with high humidity. When the body’s temperature regulation fails,…
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Withdrawal Syndrome
Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors Withdrawal Syndrome Overview Symptoms begin 1to 3 days after abrupt cessation of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It also occurs with discontinuation of the serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake…
Noradrenergic Syndrome (Early Tricyclic Syndrome)
Noradrenergic Syndrome (Early Tricyclic Syndrome) Overview It occurs most often in patients with panic disorder. It involves treatment with noradrenergic medications such as desipramine and imipramine. Symptoms Nervousness, restlessness, tremulousness,…
Serotonin Syndrome
Serotonin Syndrome Overview A potentially fatal condition that results from the combination of two or more drugs that overactivate the serotonin system in the central nervous system (CNS) Characterized by…
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) overview Life-threatening condition caused by antipsychotic medications, including the new generation antipsychotic medications. Reported in patients on tricyclic antidepressants. Also seen in patients…
Syndrome of Inappropriate Secretion of Antidiuretic Hormone
Syndrome of Inappropriate Secretion of Antidiuretic Hormone Antidiuretic hormone (ADH) overview ADH, also called vasopressin, is a hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus. It is stored in the pituitary gland. Release…
Wound Care
Wound Care Cleaning the wound General Clean wounds as soon as possible to prevent bacterial counts from reaching infective levels. Preparation All wound care should be done with the patient…
