Q. Which is INCORRECT regarding treatment and complications of SAH? (Solved)

1. Nimodipine has only been proven to be of benefit orally in preventing vasospasm.

2. 10-30% of patients will rebleed, with 20% within the first 2 weeks.

3. Vasospasm and delayed neurological deficit peak at day 1 post bleed.

4. Hyponatremia is common due to excessive naturesis.

5. The ECG often shows non-specific changes of widened QRS, prolonged QT and ST and T changes suggestive of ischaemia.

  • c. Vasospasm and delayed neurological deficit peak at day 1 post bleed.
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