Headache Flashcards
Risk factors
Alcohol Allergies Sensory stimulation Medication Fatigue Foods Hormone fluctuations
Clinical Manifestations of Migraine
Photophobia and phonophobia
Nausea and vomiting
Anxiety
Unilateral pain
Most severe form of primary headache
Associated with trigeminal nerve (CN V)
Cluster headache
men & smokers
Cluster headache timing
brief episode; lasting 15 min-3 hours
Migraines can have
with/without aura
Manifestations of Cluster headaches
NO aura Nasal congestion Diaphoresis Drooping eyelid with pupil constriction Pallor/flushing Nausea/vomiting Bradycardia
Health promotion for headaches
Stress management
Headache diary/log
Hand hygiene
Pain management
Interventions for headache
Medication
HOB elevated
Encourage use of diary to record patterns/triggers
Teaching for headaches
Avoid food/meds that trigger
Manage anger/conflict
Adequate rest/sleep
Avoid sensory stimulation
Primary headache
tension; cluster
Secondary headache
caused by underlying disease
What foods/drinks to avoid
Cafeine
Alcohol
Pickles
Cluster headaches; what treatment used when they think the headache is coming on?
oxygen therapy
