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CARE FOR PATIENT WITH
HEAD INJURY
SN FARAH JOANA KHAIRUDDIN
NEUROSURGERY
PPUKM
What Is Head Injury?
FALL
SPORT INJURY
Major Types of Head Injuries
Hematoma - a collection, or clotting, of
blood outside the blood vessels.
Major Types of Head Injuries
 Hemorrhage is uncontrolled bleeding ( bleeding in the
space around your brain (SAH) /bleeding within your brain tissue
(ICB)).
Major Types of Head Injuries
Concussion is a brain injury that occurs when your brain
bounces against the hard walls of your skull.
The loss of function associated with concussions is temporary
but repeated concussions can eventually lead to permanent
damage (exp :- hockey , football)
Major Types of Head Injuries
Edema - swelling of the surrounding tissues, but it’s
more serious when it occurs in your brain.
Major Types of Head Injuries
Skull Fracture
Diffuse Axonal Injury
Does not cause bleeding but does
damage your brain cells.
Symptoms of a Head Injury
MINOR HEAD INJURY
 a headache
 lightheadedness
 a spinning sensation
 mild confusion
 nausea
 temporary ringing in the
ears
SEVERE HEAD INJURY
 a loss of consciousness
 seizures
 vomiting
 balance or coordination
problems
 serious disorientation
 an inability to focus the eyes
 abnormal eye movements
 a loss of muscle control
 a persistent or worsening
headache
 memory loss
 changes in mood
URGENCY ACTION
ICUICU
Caring for patients with
traumatic brain injuries
Are you up to the challenges?
Overview
Neurological Assessment
Components of the neurologic assessment
should include:
 level of consciousness
 spontaneous movement and muscle tone
 pupil size and reactivity
 reflexes
 muscle tone and posturing
 respiratory pattern
 somatic complaints (typically communicated nonverbally)
 response to pain.
Blood pressure and volume
management
During the acute post-injury phase hypotension should be
avoided; if it occurs, the patient’s volume status should be
evaluated first and hypotension should be corrected rapidly.
 arterial catheter to be inserted, to monitor blood pressure
and allow frequent blood sampling.
A urinary catheter is inserted to assess adequacy of renal
perfusion.
The kidney requires 20% to 25% of cardiac output;
commonly, it’s the first organ to show the effects of impaired
perfusion or intravascular volume.
Brain and tissue oxygenation
Low peripheral oxygen saturation values or low arterial
blood oxygen values (as shown by arterial blood gas testing)
should be avoided.
Maintaining adequate brain tissue oxygenation seems to
improve patient outcomes.
many TBI patients require prolonged mechanical ventilation
and may benefit from a tracheotomy.
 A tracheotomy helps reduce the risk of ventilator-associated
pneumonia, as do suctioning of secretions above the
tracheotomy cuff, maintaining the head of the bed at 30
degrees, and performing good oral care every 4 hours.
Osmotherapy
Osmotherapy aims to increase the osmolality of the intravascular space,
which in turn helps mobilize excess fluid from brain tissue.
If ICP increases, mannitol (an osmotic diuretic) may be given to decrease
cerebral edema, transiently increase intravascular volume, and improve
cerebral blood flow.
Hypertonic saline solution (saline concentrations of 3% to 24%) may be used
to promote osmotic mobilization of water across the blood-brain barrier.
Anesthetic, sedative, and
analgesic agents
Short-acting anesthetic and sedative-analgesic agents, such as propofol and
fentanyl, typically are given.
When dosages are decreased, the patient can be awakened quickly,
permitting nonpharmacologically tainted assessment of neurologic status.
Analgesic should be considered to manage pain without causing significant
neurologic status changes.
Temperature management
Kept normo-thermic temperature (35° to 37° C) to reduce brain metabolism
and promote anti-inflammatory effects.
Tepid sponging continuously, encourage good air circulation helped in
reducing temperature.
 Although ice packs may be used, they are labor intensive and may lead to
inconsistent cooling.
Once intracranial hypertension resolves, the patient’s temperature can be
allowed to normalize.
Seizure prophylaxis
TBI may increase the risk of nonepileptic seizures
Seizures that immediately are a reaction to the initial trauma, those
arising more than 2 weeks after injury are due to brain damage.
Although the seizure risk is low, seizures increase metabolic activity and
oxygen demands, which may further compromise the damaged brain.
Routine seizure prophylaxis later than 1 week after a TBI isn’t
recommended (phenytoin or valproate can be given – if needed)
Nutrition
A nasogastric or orogastric tube is inserted to decompress the stomach and
reduce the aspiration risk.
TBI patients have increased metabolic demands, so parenteral or enteral
nutrition should begin as soon as tolerated.
percutaneous gastrostomy tube (PEG Tube) may be used to deliver nutrition
and decrease the aspiration risk.
Positioning
keep the head of the bed elevated at least 30 degrees with the patient’s
neck in neutral alignment, to promote venous drainage of the brain and
reduce brain swelling. This position also decreases the risk of aspiration
Turning and repositioning, take measures to prevent skin breakdown.
Turning should be done as frequent as possible to promote good blood
circulation.
Ripple mattress help in reducing risk of skin damage.
Bladder care
To decrease the risk of urinary tract infection, the urinary
catheter is removed after ongoing assessment of urine output is
no longer critical.
If the patient is incontinent, use good-quality diapers and
protective barrier creams.
 A male patient may benefit from use of a condom catheter.
Bowel care
A preventive bowel care regimen should be established, as
fluid restriction (used to help decrease cerebral swelling),
limited mobility, and enteral nutrition may contribute to
constipation.
 Patients with TBIs also are at risk for stress ulcers, so be
prepared to give hydrogen ion blockers.
Minimizing environmental
stimulation
The damaged brain can’t process information as it normally
does, which may lead to increased ICP and, in later stages of
recovery, agitation and restlessness.
Take measures to limit noise and conversation in the
patient’s room, keep light levels low and minimize tactile
stimulation.
As the patient’s condition improves, assess tolerance to
stimulation and adapt the level of stimulation as appropriate.
Ensuring patient safety
If the patient becomes restless or agitated, investigate the
cause and take appropriate interventions.
Explain all care measures even if you’re not sure the patient
understands what’s being said.
Secure all devices and equipment and keep these out of the
patient’s sight and reach, even a seemingly simple device can
pose a hazard to a confused or agitated patient.
 Use a soft voice and speak slowly to give the patient time to
process information.
Remember that the familiar voice of a family member or
friend may calm the patient and decrease anxiety.
If restraints are needed, they should be applied for the
shortest duration possible, in some cases, a netted safety bed
may be considered.
Rehabilitation and
consultations
Use splints as ordered to maintain the patient’s hands and
feet in functional positions and decrease the risk of
contractures.
As soon as possible, start range-of-motion exercises and
mobilization out of bed.
During the early post-injury period, consult such services as
physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language
pathology, and physiatry as needed.
Health education for family
Because TBI affects the patient’s entire family, continuing
care must address family members.
They will require a great deal of emotional support and
preparation for what could be a prolonged recovery and
permanent disabilities.
Family members may be spending endless hours at the
bedside, watching for anything that could signal a change in
the patient’s condition.
Prepare them for good days and bad days, and explain that
the patient’s progress may be slow.
 Know that maintaining caregiver continuity can help
establish a good relationship with family members, whose
coping skills may be depleted by fatigue, stress, fear, grief,
anger, and frustration.
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Care for head injury joanne (1)

  • 1. CARE FOR PATIENT WITH HEAD INJURY SN FARAH JOANA KHAIRUDDIN NEUROSURGERY PPUKM
  • 2. What Is Head Injury?
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  • 5. Major Types of Head Injuries Hematoma - a collection, or clotting, of blood outside the blood vessels.
  • 6. Major Types of Head Injuries  Hemorrhage is uncontrolled bleeding ( bleeding in the space around your brain (SAH) /bleeding within your brain tissue (ICB)).
  • 7. Major Types of Head Injuries Concussion is a brain injury that occurs when your brain bounces against the hard walls of your skull. The loss of function associated with concussions is temporary but repeated concussions can eventually lead to permanent damage (exp :- hockey , football)
  • 8. Major Types of Head Injuries Edema - swelling of the surrounding tissues, but it’s more serious when it occurs in your brain.
  • 9. Major Types of Head Injuries Skull Fracture Diffuse Axonal Injury Does not cause bleeding but does damage your brain cells.
  • 10. Symptoms of a Head Injury MINOR HEAD INJURY  a headache  lightheadedness  a spinning sensation  mild confusion  nausea  temporary ringing in the ears SEVERE HEAD INJURY  a loss of consciousness  seizures  vomiting  balance or coordination problems  serious disorientation  an inability to focus the eyes  abnormal eye movements  a loss of muscle control  a persistent or worsening headache  memory loss  changes in mood
  • 12. Caring for patients with traumatic brain injuries Are you up to the challenges?
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  • 15. Neurological Assessment Components of the neurologic assessment should include:  level of consciousness  spontaneous movement and muscle tone  pupil size and reactivity  reflexes  muscle tone and posturing  respiratory pattern  somatic complaints (typically communicated nonverbally)  response to pain.
  • 16. Blood pressure and volume management During the acute post-injury phase hypotension should be avoided; if it occurs, the patient’s volume status should be evaluated first and hypotension should be corrected rapidly.  arterial catheter to be inserted, to monitor blood pressure and allow frequent blood sampling. A urinary catheter is inserted to assess adequacy of renal perfusion. The kidney requires 20% to 25% of cardiac output; commonly, it’s the first organ to show the effects of impaired perfusion or intravascular volume.
  • 17. Brain and tissue oxygenation Low peripheral oxygen saturation values or low arterial blood oxygen values (as shown by arterial blood gas testing) should be avoided. Maintaining adequate brain tissue oxygenation seems to improve patient outcomes.
  • 18. many TBI patients require prolonged mechanical ventilation and may benefit from a tracheotomy.  A tracheotomy helps reduce the risk of ventilator-associated pneumonia, as do suctioning of secretions above the tracheotomy cuff, maintaining the head of the bed at 30 degrees, and performing good oral care every 4 hours.
  • 19. Osmotherapy Osmotherapy aims to increase the osmolality of the intravascular space, which in turn helps mobilize excess fluid from brain tissue. If ICP increases, mannitol (an osmotic diuretic) may be given to decrease cerebral edema, transiently increase intravascular volume, and improve cerebral blood flow. Hypertonic saline solution (saline concentrations of 3% to 24%) may be used to promote osmotic mobilization of water across the blood-brain barrier.
  • 20. Anesthetic, sedative, and analgesic agents Short-acting anesthetic and sedative-analgesic agents, such as propofol and fentanyl, typically are given. When dosages are decreased, the patient can be awakened quickly, permitting nonpharmacologically tainted assessment of neurologic status. Analgesic should be considered to manage pain without causing significant neurologic status changes.
  • 21. Temperature management Kept normo-thermic temperature (35° to 37° C) to reduce brain metabolism and promote anti-inflammatory effects. Tepid sponging continuously, encourage good air circulation helped in reducing temperature.  Although ice packs may be used, they are labor intensive and may lead to inconsistent cooling. Once intracranial hypertension resolves, the patient’s temperature can be allowed to normalize.
  • 22. Seizure prophylaxis TBI may increase the risk of nonepileptic seizures Seizures that immediately are a reaction to the initial trauma, those arising more than 2 weeks after injury are due to brain damage. Although the seizure risk is low, seizures increase metabolic activity and oxygen demands, which may further compromise the damaged brain. Routine seizure prophylaxis later than 1 week after a TBI isn’t recommended (phenytoin or valproate can be given – if needed)
  • 23. Nutrition A nasogastric or orogastric tube is inserted to decompress the stomach and reduce the aspiration risk. TBI patients have increased metabolic demands, so parenteral or enteral nutrition should begin as soon as tolerated. percutaneous gastrostomy tube (PEG Tube) may be used to deliver nutrition and decrease the aspiration risk.
  • 24. Positioning keep the head of the bed elevated at least 30 degrees with the patient’s neck in neutral alignment, to promote venous drainage of the brain and reduce brain swelling. This position also decreases the risk of aspiration Turning and repositioning, take measures to prevent skin breakdown. Turning should be done as frequent as possible to promote good blood circulation. Ripple mattress help in reducing risk of skin damage.
  • 25. Bladder care To decrease the risk of urinary tract infection, the urinary catheter is removed after ongoing assessment of urine output is no longer critical. If the patient is incontinent, use good-quality diapers and protective barrier creams.  A male patient may benefit from use of a condom catheter.
  • 26. Bowel care A preventive bowel care regimen should be established, as fluid restriction (used to help decrease cerebral swelling), limited mobility, and enteral nutrition may contribute to constipation.  Patients with TBIs also are at risk for stress ulcers, so be prepared to give hydrogen ion blockers.
  • 27. Minimizing environmental stimulation The damaged brain can’t process information as it normally does, which may lead to increased ICP and, in later stages of recovery, agitation and restlessness. Take measures to limit noise and conversation in the patient’s room, keep light levels low and minimize tactile stimulation. As the patient’s condition improves, assess tolerance to stimulation and adapt the level of stimulation as appropriate.
  • 28. Ensuring patient safety If the patient becomes restless or agitated, investigate the cause and take appropriate interventions. Explain all care measures even if you’re not sure the patient understands what’s being said. Secure all devices and equipment and keep these out of the patient’s sight and reach, even a seemingly simple device can pose a hazard to a confused or agitated patient.  Use a soft voice and speak slowly to give the patient time to process information. Remember that the familiar voice of a family member or friend may calm the patient and decrease anxiety. If restraints are needed, they should be applied for the shortest duration possible, in some cases, a netted safety bed may be considered.
  • 29. Rehabilitation and consultations Use splints as ordered to maintain the patient’s hands and feet in functional positions and decrease the risk of contractures. As soon as possible, start range-of-motion exercises and mobilization out of bed. During the early post-injury period, consult such services as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, and physiatry as needed.
  • 30. Health education for family Because TBI affects the patient’s entire family, continuing care must address family members. They will require a great deal of emotional support and preparation for what could be a prolonged recovery and permanent disabilities. Family members may be spending endless hours at the bedside, watching for anything that could signal a change in the patient’s condition. Prepare them for good days and bad days, and explain that the patient’s progress may be slow.  Know that maintaining caregiver continuity can help establish a good relationship with family members, whose coping skills may be depleted by fatigue, stress, fear, grief, anger, and frustration.