seisures

Question 1

risk factors for seisures (12)

Answer 1

• f/e imbalance
• drug and alchohol withdrawl
• infection
• head trauma
• brain tumors
• family predisposition
• abrupt withdrawal of antiseizure meds
• metabolic disorders-hyponatremia/hyglycemia
• hypoxia
• cerebral edema
• exposure to toxins- carbon monoxide, pesticides, lead
• fever

Question 2

triggers of seizures (8)

Answer 2

fatigue
hyperventilation
flashing lights
caffeine
stress
increased physical activity
acute alcohol ingestion
chemical such as coccaine, aerosols, inhaling glue

Question 3

causes of epileptic seisures(6)

Answer 3

infection
cerebral edema
alcohol and drug withdrawal
sudden stoppage of seizure meds
fever
 head ijury
 infection

Question 4

treatment for epileptic seisure (8)

Answer 4

• airway
• 02
• iv
• v/s
• ABGs
• sp02
• EEG
• lorazepam followed by phenytoin

Question 5

preop craniotomy (5)

Answer 5

• hold aspirin/anticoagulants
• inform md of any complimentary therapy
• write down questions
• have loved one present when procedure is being explained to prevent misunderstanding
• monitor vital signs, icp and oxygenation

Question 6

inaccurate reading in icp waveform can happen when (6)

Answer 6

• there’s a leak
• there’s an obstruction from tissue or blood clot
• there’s a difference between the bolt and the transducer
• kink in the tubing
• incorrect height of the drainage system related to the patient’s reference point
• there’s air or bubble in the tubing

Question 7

underlying cause of increased icp (4)

Answer 7

hydrocephalus, hemorrhage, tumor or edema