GBS Flashcards
1
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disease of peripheral nerves; inflammation of nerves
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GBS
2
Q
it can occur after
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Viral & bacterial infection (GI/resp tract)
3
Q
most common
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AIDP
4
Q
Neuro function returns
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returns in a proximal-to-distal pattern
5
Q
Main features
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Acute, ascending, rapidly progressive, symmetric weakness of limbs
6
Q
First symptoms
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Weakness, paresthesia, and hypotonia of limbs
Reflexes in affected limbs may be weak or absent
7
Q
Max weakness:
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4 weeks
8
Q
Most serious complication
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Respiratory Failure
9
Q
Frequent assessment of:
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RR & Depth
10
Q
Acute phase of care
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vent support
11
Q
ICU supportive care
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hemodynamic monitoring
12
Q
Ask about what?
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any infection
13
Q
Nursing assessment
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Neuro (reflexes)
Respiratory
Fever; cultures
Nutrition
14
Q
Prognosis influenced by:
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Age GI infection rapid onset hospitalization longer than 11 days need for mechanical ventilation
15
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Immunodulating treatments
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Help get rid of infection;
