by Eric Christianson | Jan 22, 2025 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
Do you ever get those questions where you know you are correct but you have to check the literature? I believe I’ve come across this order once or twice in my career: oral lorazepam PRN for a seizure. Can this be done? Here are the details on why this...
by Eric Christianson | Dec 25, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
In this case scenario, I lay out a situation where cyclobenzaprine causes confusion. A 76-year-old female has a history of pain issues including RA, back pain, and knee pain. She is currently a resident at a long-term care facility. Her medications include: Lisinopril...
by Eric Christianson | Jul 14, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
In this case scenario, I outline a situation of topiramate-induced cognitive impairment. Topiramate is an anticonvulsant medication that may be used for headache prophylaxis and is known to cause cognitive slowing, manifesting as difficulties in concentration, memory,...
by Eric Christianson | Jun 19, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
JE is a 75-year-old male with a history of diabetes. He has recently complained of peripheral neuropathy symptoms and his provider has started him on gabapentin 300 mg TID. In this scenario, I’m going to discuss some of the factors to consider when thinking...
by Eric Christianson | May 29, 2024 | NAPLEX, Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
In this NAPLEX practice case study, we test your knowledge of pain management. I hope you find some benefit with this case study and if you are looking for more study materials, check out our massive all-access package! NAPLEX Pain Management Case Study TM is a...
by Eric Christianson | Mar 29, 2023 | Infectious Disease and Oncology Case Studies, Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
I stumbled into this case about Valtrex neurotoxicity on Linked In, and am so thankful that Kristin Speer, PharmD, BCPS let me share it. A physician attached a message for the care team to review: “Patient continues with dizziness, hallucinations, and...
