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 Scenario : Bob went to the gym and pumped iron. Shortly after, he developed an explosive headache. Later Bob came to learn that he had ruptured an aneurysm in his brain.  An Aneurysm is a balloon or bulge in a blood vessel . A CAT scan confirmed the diagnosis. QUIZ questions 1) What is an aneurysm? 2) How is it diagnosed? Please watch the video: ICP Monitorin g          The meningeal coverings of the brain The brain has three protective coverings. They are: - the dura mater is the tough outer most layer - arachnoid mater is the middle layer - the pia mater adheres to the brain A subarachnoid hemorrhage occurs between the pia and the arachnoid mater, in the subarachnoid space. Signs and symptoms include: -  headache , photophobia - nuchal rigidity, possible seizures - nausea ,vomiting - Brudzinski's and Kernig's signs QUIZ questions 1) What are the protective coverings of the brain? 2) What is a subarachnoid hemorrhage? 3) What are some ...

Dear nurses,  Hope your week is going well. I just wanted to share with you, information that could be helpful when education of the layperson is required. So, just click on the link below and enjoy learning: Stroke for the layperson

Dear nurses, Would you like to quiz yourself on this topic? Meningitis is the inflammation of the meningeal coverings of the brain. Meningitis may be cause by a virus, bacteria, fungi, tumors or chemical irritants.  The meningeal coverings are three protective coverings around the brain. From inside out : The pia mater is the inner most layer and is in direct contact with the brain. It has many tiny blood vessels and also connective tissue. The arachnoid mater is the middle layer and does not contain blood vessels. The dura mater is the tough outermost layer. Signs and symptoms: There are some very classic signs and symptoms of meningitis. They include: - severe headache, nuchal rigidity - fever - photophobia - difficulty extending the leg at the knee * There is a risk of  seizures. Treatment will be directed at the cause.Depending on the  cause of meningitis, antiviral or antibacterial medications  may be ordered. IV fluids and oxygen may also be necessary...

  Dear nurses, Hope you are having a good weekend. Would you know what to  say, if the patient in your care was diabetic and the family did not have any idea about diabetes? There are some simple explanations that may be beneficial to the layperson. So, just click on the link: Diabetic teaching for the layperson   and enjoy learning.  

  The image above gives an example of Repair of an Aneurysm with graft  IN THE ICU In the ICU, Mr. S will be closely monitored. Responsibilities would include:  - Follow MD orders - pneumonia prevention ( turn, cough and deep breathe) - pain assessment and management - documentation per policy - see above. Aneurysm Rupture Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm tends to affect men more  than women, generally over the age of 60. Symptoms include abdominal pain or pain in the lower back and  abdomen. An increase in pain occurs as the aneurysm expands. Pulsation of the aneurysm may also occur. Following the rupture of an aneurysm, some patients go into shock. For more helpful information, just click on the link: The New Nurse- Anesthesia