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11 Cards in this Set
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Brain tumor effects
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increased ICP
seizures hydrocephalus altered pituitary function |
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Glioblastoma multiform
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high-grade astrocytoma that infiltrates brain tissue w/ finger-like projections
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Meningioma
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benign encapsulated projections
slow growing treated w/ surgery |
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pituitary tumor S/S
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headache
visual disturbance hypothalamic disturbance sleep, appetite, temp, & emotional disturbance hormonal irregularities |
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Meningioma
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benign encapsulated projections
slow growing treated w/ surgery |
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nursing monitoring for craniotomy patient
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respiratory status hourly
permissive hypercapnia monitoring assess for Cushing's Triad monitor temp for fever monitor LOC hourly Assess surgical dressing for drainage hourly |
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management of cerebral edema
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IV Decadron
Osmotic diuretics |
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Used preop for seizure precautions
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Dilantin
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fluid & electrolyte monitoring post op craniotomy
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urine & serum osmolality
urine specific gravity monitor for SIADH or DI |
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standard fluids for post op craniotomy
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D 51/2 NS @ 75ml/hr
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call MD if urine output is greater than this
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200 ml/hr for 2 consecutive hrs
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