nero 1

what causes cerebral edema for clients who have meningitis?

by an outflow of cerebrospinal fluid flowing from the intraventricular space to the interstitial area of the brain

what are the risk factors regarding diabetes mellitus

elevated blood sugar associated with diabetes can cause underlying nerve damage (peripheral neuropathy)

Discharge teaching for a PD patient regarding meals

Take small bites of food, chew throughly before swallowing , liquids should be thickened, avoid conversation during meals

what discharge teaching/interventions should we provide to the family of a PD patient who is at risk for falls?

remove all throw rugs, install handrails in the bathrooms , ensure adequate lighting throughout walking areas, keep walking spaces clutter free

when a client reports continuing migraines what should the nurse assess

feelings of depression, panic like feelings (panic disorder), hyper sexuality

what comorbidities can cause frequent falling and head injury’s in older adults

decreased visual acuity, weakness and chronic hypertension

when evaluating multiple clients who are at risk for developing peripheral neuropathy which of the following is at the biggest risk?

the patient who was admitted with diabetic keto acidosis would be at greatest risk

what question would we ask a client who reports of s throbbing headache?

had any nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light, strange smells; feeling weak before or after headaches

clients who have PD may be taking a Anticholinergics, what should they report to their provider?

the inability to sweat

when caring for a client who is at risk for a CA rupture what interventions should we include?

maintain head of bed between 30 to 45 degrees to decrease ICP

which phase of a migraine includes tingling of the face and blind spots

phase 2 - Aura

a client is diagnostic of a TIA what test would the nurse anticipate the provider to order?

computerized tomography angiography (CTA)

what would we teach a client who has a history of a TIA causes by hypertension

maintain a systolic BP between 120-129 mm Hg

what department would we contact for a consult with a client who has PD and is having difficulty swallowing?

speech therapy or therapist

what modifiable risk factors regarding strokes?

hypertension

when caring for a group of client who is at the greatest risk for developing osmotic cerebral edema

would be the client with increased blood sugars or diabetic ketoacidosis

a client presents with chronic migraines and wants to know if it is being cause by a CA (cerebral aneurysm); how would the nurse respond?

if there was an aneurysm there a would be no manifestations at all

what is the primary risk factor for primary headaches (cluster,tension)

stress is the most common factor

when caring for a client who is newly diagnosed with PD and they ask why they got it, how should the nurse respond

determine what kind of work or job they have ; can be a significant risk factor

what type of cerebral edema would be associated with a stroke?

vasogenic edema