common medical treatments-neuro-peds
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 Shunt placement | use of a catheter to drain CSF fluid; monitor for: s/s of incr ICP, neurological status, LOC, VS, s/s of infection |
| Ventilation | O2 therapy to decr CO2 which subsequently decr ICP, prevent hypoxia; monitor: ABGs, s/s of incr ICP, pulse ox |
| PT/ST/OT | therapies used to improve motor function; Ensure adequate communication exists between members of the team |
| External ventricular drainage (EVD) | a catheter is placed in the ventricle to drain CSF into a closed external system; used to treat acute conditions until infection resolves; Monitor: s/s incr ICP, neuro status, LOC, VS, s/s of infection, level of collection container |
| Ventricular tap | to reduce accumulation of CSF and decrease ICP; monitor: LOC, neuro status |
| Vagal nerve stimulator | seizure management in children >12 yo; Monitor: s/s of infection, for seizure activity |
| Ketogenic Diet | high intake of fats & protein, low intake of carbohydrates, resulting in a ketosis state, Child is kept in mild state of dehydration. Used for prevention, control & reduction in seizures. Monitor: I&O's, for seizure activity, growth & nutritional status. Note: there is high non-compliance with this diet (time consuming & unpalatable). |
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