Mdc4 Exam 1 Latest Update Graded A+

Mdc4 Exam 1 Latest Update Graded A+ Migraine signs/symptoms Episodic, head pain lasting from 4 to 72 hours Steady ache to violent throbbing Unilateral, worse with activity Aura Photophobia, phonophobia, osmophobia education about propranolol take daily at the same time Multiple Sclerosis treatment immunomodulators and immosuppressants. commonly given as injections so rotate injection sites clinical manifestations of meningitis nuchal rigidity (stiff neck), positive kernigs, brudzinskis sign, treatment for severe migraines* ergotamine tartrate (taken at the start of the headache) can take up to 6 tablets in 24 hours How does ergotamine tartrate work? acts by constricting the cerebal blood vessels priorities for seizure precautions lay on left side, adequate airway, padded rails. how to manage a patient with active seizure suction and 02, bedrails up and padded, IV access, give ativan/lorazepam New onset of a migraine and the doctor wants a ct with contrast ask if allergic to shellfish, seafood, iodine dietary restrictions for people with migraines caffeine, marinated foods, yogurt What can we do if someone has increased ICP? How do you want the head of the bed 30-45 degrees how do alzheimers patients act with changes in their environment anxious/anxiety What is our priority with cervical spinal injuries ABC's and stabalize swallow study start with ice chips, watch for pocketing stroke nursing interventions small bites with food, MS diet - pureed, watch the affected side for food pocketing, dentures, sit up right 90 degrees, DO NOT use straws. CSF- what to know clear fluid, halo ring, DO NOT put things in their ears Stroke- need to know tuck chin to swallow to prevent aspiration Contraindication for increased ICP lumbar puncture elevated pressure elevate bed significant sign of icp loc keep body in alignment so that jugular does not occlude Proprioception perception/position to space - forget about body on the one side monitor BP after giving meds to a stroke pt do neuro checks treatment for a Hemorrhagic STROKE vit k, fresh frozen plasma and surgery EEG for organ donor checking brain death boker's and wernicks - receptive can't understand what is coming in, expressive (nursing management) MS- what medication is used to help treat spasms? baclofen