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What is the treatment for a patient with a head injury? |
First 24hrs awaken person qh2-qh3 to assure easy arousal. Ask them if they know the time, place, their name, neuro checks; pupils apply ice bag for 20 mins qh1. |
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Post-Op care for surgical intervention for head injury? |
Position the patient according to written orders NO EXCEPTIONS! Keep the head midline and prevent excessive hip flexion to promote venous drainage from the head & keep ICP from rising. |
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What are the S/S of ICP? |
Earliest signs are; lethargy, decreased consciousness, with slow speech & delay response to verbal cues. |
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What are classic signs of ICP? |
Swelling of the optic disc viewed by the opthalmoscope. |
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Treatment for ICP? |
Osmotic diuretics; manitol, glycerol, urea) |
