seisures Flashcards
1
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risk factors for seisures (12)
A
- f/e imbalance
- drug and alchohol withdrawl
- infection
- head trauma
- brain tumors
- family predisposition
- abrupt withdrawal of antiseizure meds
- metabolic disorders-hyponatremia/hyglycemia
- hypoxia
- cerebral edema
- exposure to toxins- carbon monoxide, pesticides, lead
- fever
2
Q
triggers of seizures (8)
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fatigue hyperventilation flashing lights caffeine stress increased physical activity acute alcohol ingestion chemical such as coccaine, aerosols, inhaling glue
3
Q
causes of epileptic seisures(6)
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infection cerebral edema alcohol and drug withdrawal sudden stoppage of seizure meds fever head ijury infection
4
Q
treatment for epileptic seisure (8)
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- airway
- 02
- iv
- v/s
- ABGs
- sp02
- EEG
- lorazepam followed by phenytoin
5
Q
preop craniotomy (5)
A
- hold aspirin/anticoagulants
- inform md of any complimentary therapy
- write down questions
- have loved one present when procedure is being explained to prevent misunderstanding
- monitor vital signs, icp and oxygenation
6
Q
inaccurate reading in icp waveform can happen when (6)
A
- there’s a leak
- there’s an obstruction from tissue or blood clot
- there’s a difference between the bolt and the transducer
- kink in the tubing
- incorrect height of the drainage system related to the patient’s reference point
- there’s air or bubble in the tubing
7
Q
underlying cause of increased icp (4)
A
hydrocephalus, hemorrhage, tumor or edema
