17. Disorders of consciousness 606
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What is the definition of coma?
The most serious disorder of consciousness, when the patient cannot be awakened even to painful stimuli.
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Which metabolic disorders can lead to coma?
Hypoxia
Hypoglycemia
Hyperglycemia
Hepatic coma
Uremic coma
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How does the skin of a patient with hypoglycemic coma look like?
Wet, Sweat, Cool (adrenergic activity)
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How does the skin of a patient with hyperglycemic coma look like?
Dry, decreased turgor (hypovolemic)
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What is the blood pressure of a patient with ketoacidotic coma?
Low blood pressure
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