Neuro and Sensory Contd Flashcards
What nervous system involves the brain & spinal cord?
CNS
What nervous system involves the nerves?
PNS
PNS divided into what two nervous systems?
sensory-somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system
removes waste and supplies nutrients to brain and spinal cord
CSF
a term that refers to the skull’s ability to indent under pressure
craniotabes
Skull ossification continues through what?
puberty until mid-20s
Pressure of CSF in the subarachnoid space between the skull and the brain
ICP
Complications of increased intracranial pressure?
decreasing cerebral perfusion leads to ischemia and anoxia
Early signs of Increased Intracranial Pressure in infants:
headache, emesis, change in LOC, decrease in GCS score, irritability, sunsetting eyes, decreased eye contact, pupil dysfunction, seizures
Late signs of Increased Intracranial Pressure in infants:
further decrease in LOC, bulging fontanels, decreasing spontaneous movements, posturing, PAPILLEDEMA, pupil dilation with decreased or no response to light, increased blood pressure, irregular respirations, cushings triad
Priority care of Increased ICP?
maintaining airway & cerebral perfusion, PREVENT SEIZURES
CPP formula
MAP-ICP
When do you intubate a patient (based on GCS)?
GCS
Vent Settings for increased ICP
PO2 120-140 mm hg, PCO2 30-35 mm Hg
temp elevation (non –responsive to antipyretics), hypothermic blanket to keep T< F, b/c shivering can increase ICP) is a sign of what in increased ICP
intracranial bleeding
What kind of fluids are given to patients with increased ICP?
ISOTONIC
Medications for increased ICP
Mannitol, barbiturates, sedation
What is a way of temporary compensation for increased ICP?
open fontanels
Structural defects in the Cerebellum, caused by an indented bony space at the lower rear of the skull. Women are affected more than men. Type II and III are most often seen in children
Arnold-Chiari Malformation
Symptoms including dizziness, muscle weakness, numbness, vision problems, headache, and problems with balance and coordination What is it??
Arnold Chiari Malformation
Treatment of Arnold Chiari Malformation
surgery
Postop care for Arnold-Chiari Malformation?
q 1 hr neuro checks, incision care(observation for CSF leak), pain management
Premature closure of one or more cranial sutures due to a defect in ossification Growth stops in direction that is perpendicular to the closed suture but continues in the direction parallel to the closed suture
Craniosynostosis
most common neuro tumor in kids; slow growing; surgery
Astrocytoma (glioma)
most common malignant brain tumor; surgery, chemotherapy, radiation
Medulloblastoma
brain tumor inside of brainstem; surgery not an option; radiation possible; lifespan less than 2 years after diagnosis
Brain Stem glioma:
brain tumor that usually in posterior fossa; hydrocephalus; surgery
Ependymomas
Electrical disturbance in brain Causes: genetic, trauma/injury, infection, anoxia, toxic ingestion, hypoglycemia, maternal teratogens, congenital causes, idiopathic
Seizures
< 3 y.o., etiology unknown, tonic-clonic seizure, fever, no epileptiform, < 15 min, loss of consciousness, no aura, post-confusion, severity of temp. elevation
Febrile seizures
localized to one area of the brain, S&S: one area affected: hands, lips, wrist, arms, face. Impaired loss of consciousness at onset.
Partial Seizures
A seizure is occuring, what a nurse should do?
Call for help and stay with a child Airway, respirations are priority Loosen clothing , lateral Medication: (Valium, Ativan, Cerebryx) per order After seizure care: lateral recumbent position Continuous CR/Sat monitor Do not restrain Collaborate between PCP, school nurse, family
Life- threatening disease that leads to multisystem failure – primarily cerebral edema Cause: unknown; although linked to aspirin products used to treat viral infections Recommended not to give children under the age of 19 ASA for any fever-causing illnesses.
Reye Syndrome
Diagnostic Procedure for Reye Syndrome:
Liver biopsy, Lumbar Puncture (to rule out meningitis), Labs (increased ammonia, liver enzymes or prolonged coagulation may indicate)
Nursing Interventions for Reye Syndrome:
Maintain hydration Administer prescribed osmotic diuretics Monitor coagulation
Inflammation of the meninges, Viral vs. bacterial
Meningitis
S&S of Meningitis in Neonates
Hard to diagnose Vomiting, poor muscle tone, irritability, lethargy, irregular respirations/apnea