NEUROLOGY
HEMIPARESIS
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Everolimus
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Bevacizumab
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Mannitol
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Temozolomide
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Detailed explanation-1: -Temozolomide is the medicine most often used. It is used for many types of brain tumors. You may also be given any of these medicines: Carmustine (BCNU)
Detailed explanation-2: -Gliomas are the most prevalent type of adult brain tumor, accounting for 78 percent of malignant brain tumors. They arise from the supporting cells of the brain, called the glia.
Detailed explanation-3: -Grade IV. In a grade IV tumor, cells in the tumor are actively dividing. In addition, the tumor has both abnormal blood vessel growth and areas of dead tissue. These tumors can grow and spread quickly.
Detailed explanation-4: -Pad the sides and head of the bed. Keep the skin meticulously clean. Encourage ambulation with assistance to maintain muscle tone. Secure the patient in bed or chair with padded protective devices making sure they are loosened frequently.