Guillen Barre Flashcards
1
Q
What is GBS
A
- Autoimmune disorder affects peripheral NS.
- Comes from viral infection that triggers autoimmune destruction of myelin sheath
2
Q
S/s
A
-Tingling
-Bilateral weakness
- Decreased Deep tendon reflexes
-Paralysis
- Start at feet and move up body
3
Q
Tx
A
- Plasmapheresis
- IVIG
4
Q
Nursing Care (think of priorities)
A
- Priority AIRWAY maintain patent airway!!
- Monitor for aspiration, pneumonia, Rf
