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