Unit4- 5.10~ Monitoring, treatment and care needs for malfunctions of control and regulatory systems Flashcards
1
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What are the treaments for ischemic (stroke)?
A
- Injections of medication called alteplase, which dissolves blood clots and restore blood flow in the brain
- Thrombectomy: removes blood clots and restore blood flows to brain
- Aspirin: Reducing blood clots
- Anticoagulant: helps reduce their risk of developing further blood clots in future
- Satins: Reduce cholesterol
2
Q
What is the treatment for hemorrhagic?
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- Emergancy surgery may be eneded to remove any blood form the brain and repair burst blood vessels
- Feeding tube inserted into stomach through nose to provide nutrition if difficuty swallowing
- Fluids give directly into veins in risk of dehydration
- Oxygen through a nasal tube or face
3
Q
What are the monitoring and treatments for multiple sclerosis?
A
Monitoring:
* MRI scan
Treament:
* Taking care of self
* Pain relief medication
* Rehab/physiotherapy
4
Q
What are the monitoring and treatments for diabetes?
A
- Urine test
- Blood test- blood sugar levels
- Type 1: Insulin injection pumps allows continuous flow into blood stream. GP takes reading of blood glucose levels every 2-6 months.
5
Q
What are monitoring/Diagnosis of nephrotic syndrome?
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- Can be diagnosed after dipping a dipstick into a urine sample
- A blood test showing a low level of protein will confirm the diagnosis
6
Q
What are the treatments for nephrotic syndrome?
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- Steroid medicine: can have side affects
- Monitored daily
- Pencillin: anti-biotic and may be prescibed during relapses to reduce infecction
- Diet change
- Vaccinations
- Kidney transplant/Kidney biopsy
7
Q
What is the monitoring for cirrhosis?
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- Blood tests
- Scan: Ultrascan, CT scan, MRI scan
- Liver biopsy: Fine needle takes sample of liver cells and examined
- Endoscopy: Thin, flexinile tube with light, camera
8
Q
What is the treatment for cirrhosis?
A
- Stop drinking
- Theray
- Diet & nutrition
- Medication
- Liver transports
