Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) questions with correct answers
RLS - Answer defined as unpleasant sensations in the legs accompanied by involuntary urges and movements when patient is inactive (sometimes arms or other body parts involved) Etiology - Primary - Answer genetic age Etiology - secondary - Answer FE deficiency pregnancy ESRD DM Uremia Peripheral neuropathy Drug-induced Drug induced causes - Answer - Dopamine blocking agents ( antipsychotics, antiemetics -reglan) - Antidepressants ( SSRI, SNRI, TCA, mirtazapine) - NSAIDs - Anticonvulsants - Antihistamines ( benddryl) - substances (caffeine, alcohol, nicotine)
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