Neuro Flashcards
what are the classification of the commonly prescribed eye drops for glaucoma
parasympathomimetic for pupillary constriction. Beta adrenergic receptor blocking agents to inhibit formation of aqueous humor. Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors to reduce aqueous humor production. Prostaglandin agonists to increase aqueous humor outflow
describe Glasgow Coma Scale
LOC. 3-15. 7 or less, coma
4 nursing diagnosis for comatose client in order of priority
ineffective breathing pattern, ineffective airway clearance. Impaired gas exchange. Decreased cardiac output
who is at risk for stroke
history of HTN, pervious TIA, cardiac disease (atrial flutter if fib), diabetes, oral contraceptives and older adults
4 rationales for restlessness in unconscious client
anoxia, distended bladder, covert bleeding, waking up
define stroke
disruption of blood supply to a park of the brian which results in sudden loss of brain function
symptoms of spinal shock
hypotension, bladder and bowel distention, total paralysis, lack of sensation below lesion
symptoms of autonomic dysreflexia
HTN, bladder and bowel distention, exaggerated autonomic responses, headache, sweating, goosebumps, and bradycardia
VS indicative of IICP
increased BP, widening pulse pressure, increased of decreased pulse, respiratory irregularities, temp increase
avoid these to not increase ICP
change in bed position, extreme hip flexion, endotracheal suctioning, compression of jugular veins, coughing, vomiting, straining
action of hyperosmotic agents (osmotic diuretics) used to treat ICP
dehydrate the brain and reduce cerebral edema by holding water in the renal tubules to prevent reabsorption and by drawing fluid from the extravascular spaces into the plasma
what types of drugs are used to treat myasthenia gravis
anticholinesterase drugs. They inhibit the action of cholinesterase at the nerve endings to promote the accumulation of acetycholine at receptor sites, this should improve neuronal transmission to muscles
