Cheat Sheet-Meninges and CSF

Hydrocephalus Symptoms “UCG”

• Urinary Incontinence

• Gait deviation

• Cognitive decline

Papilledema Symptoms “HVNV”

• Headache

• Vomiting

• Nausea

• Visual changes

Lumabr Tap Uses “ISIC”

• Infections

• Subarachnoid hemorrhage

• Inflammatory conditions

• Certain cancers

Blood-Brain Barrier Permeable Substances “SLCAG”

• Small, Lipid-soluble molecules

• Caffeine

• Alcohol

• Gases

Areas Lacking Blood-Brain Barrier “HPCP”

• Hypothalamus

• Pituitary gland

• Choroid plexus

• Pineal gland

Meningitis Symptoms “FHN”

• Fever

• Headache

• Neck stiffness (nuchal rigidity)

Epidural Hematoma Symptoms “CLD HNHL”

• Confusion

• Lethargy

• Dizziness

• Headache

• Nausea/Vomiting

• Hemiparesis

• Loss of consciousness

Subdural Hematoma Symptoms “SLED”

• Slower onset

• Lethargy

• Enlarged pupils

• Dizziness

Brain Herniation Symptoms “CRCLL”

• Cardiac arrest

• Respiratory arrest

• Coma

• Lethargy

• Loss of consciousness

Functions of Cerebrospinal Fluid “PMS”

• Physical support

• Metabolic support

• Shock absorption