Sandy - Neuro meds & labs

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Across
  1. 6. Fluid analyzed during lumbar puncture to detect meningitis or bleeding.
  2. 7. Antiepileptic drug used to prevent or control seizures.
  3. 9. Anesthetic agent that provides dissociative sedation and analgesia.
  4. 12. Corticosteroid used to decrease inflammation and suppress immune response.
  5. 13. Lab test used to identify bloodstream infections or sepsis.
  6. 15. Osmotic diuretic given to reduce intracranial pressure.
  7. 16. Analgesic and antipyretic that does not reduce inflammation.
  8. 17. Diagnostic test to identify bacteria causing urinary tract infection.
Down
  1. 1. Antibiotic used to treat MRSA and other resistant infections.
  2. 2. Fluoroquinolone antibiotic often used for urinary tract infections.
  3. 3. Broad-spectrum antibiotic combination of piperacillin and tazobactam.
  4. 4. Anticoagulant that potentiates antithrombin and prevents clot formation.
  5. 5. Clot-busting medication used in ischemic stroke if given within 3–4.5 hours.
  6. 8. Trade name for midazolam, a benzodiazepine used for sedation.
  7. 10. Lab used to monitor warfarin therapy; normal value around 1, therapeutic 2–3.
  8. 11. Benzodiazepine (lorazepam) often used IV for status epilepticus.
  9. 12. Anticonvulsant used to manage seizures; requires monitoring levels.
  10. 14. Panel that checks electrolytes, kidney, and liver function.
  11. 18. Lab that measures white cells, red cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets.
  12. 19. Basic urine screening test for infection, blood, glucose, or protein.