Diagnostic Tests : NEURO Flashcards

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Craniotomy : ICP

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Burr holes: circular openings through skull

assess: cerebral edema swelling size postion of ventricles

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Craniotomy: Complications

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Infection
Neuro impariment
Seizures

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Craniotomy : NURISNG INTERVENTIONS

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Medications: Mannitol and Dexamethasone
Monitor ICP
Supratenirol surgery: MAINTAIN HEAD OF BED 30DEGRESS
Infraetinola: keep FLAT 24-48 hours to prevent pressure
keep Calm

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