Neuro

Question 1

ICP

Answer 1

• Increased ICP increases pulse pressure

Question 2

CVA

Answer 2

• CVA
  
  • Types of CVA
    
    • Embolus
    • Thrombus
    • Hemorrhage
  • Risk factors
    
    • use of contraceptives
    • obesity
    • Smoking
    • Afib
  • S/s
    
    • HA
    • Change in LOC (first sign)
    • Hemiplegia
      
      • ex. right hemiplegia affects right side, stroke occurred on left side of brain
    • Hemianopsia
    • Aphasia common if stroke occurred on dominant side
    • Apraxia
      
      • loss of ability to perform purposeful, skilled acts
  • Interventions
    
    • Bed rest
    • fluids restricted
    • HOB 30
    • Avoid putting on paralyzed side for more than 20 minutes
• TIA
  
  • warning of impending CVA
  • neurologic deficits can last 30 seconds to 24 hours
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