The document discusses cerebrovascular accidents (strokes), including types of strokes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, nursing management in the acute and hyperacute phases, and collaborative care approaches for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. It provides an overview of strokes, their causes, impact, and the critical role of nurses in monitoring patients, administering treatments, and coordinating multidisciplinary care.
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. It is a leading cause of death and disability. Risk factors include hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, smoking, and older age. Symptoms depend on the affected brain region but may include weakness, numbness, vision/speech problems, and impaired coordination. Treatment focuses on restoring blood flow and minimizing brain damage through medications, surgery, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes to reduce long-term effects and risk of recurrence.
This document provides information on ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. It discusses the types, risk factors, pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of each. For ischemic stroke, it outlines the five types according to cause and details tPA administration criteria. For hemorrhagic stroke, it describes the types including intracerebral hemorrhage from aneurysms or arteriovenous malformations. Nursing interventions for recovery are also summarized.
1) The document discusses the management of patients with cerebrovascular disorders such as stroke, which is a leading cause of death and long-term disability in the US.
2) It covers the prevention, types, pathophysiology, manifestations, and medical management of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
3) Nursing interventions are aimed at improving mobility, self-care, communication and preventing complications during recovery from stroke.
The document discusses the approach to transient ischemic attack (TIA) and stroke. It provides definitions of TIA and acute stroke, and classifications of stroke. It also reviews epidemiological data on stroke from Malaysia, clinical features of different types of stroke, etiologies, investigations and management of acute ischemic stroke.
This presentation looks at some of the common conditions that can present with hemiplegia. Stroke is the commonest, however, there are several other causes that need to be considered in a patient presenting with hemiplegia.
This document discusses the challenges in nursing care for patients experiencing a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or stroke. It begins by defining a CVA as a sudden loss of brain function caused by disrupted blood flow to the brain. The document then covers the types, risk factors, clinical manifestations, investigations, and management of strokes. It emphasizes the nursing priorities of initial treatment to prevent further deterioration, ongoing risk assessment, and interventions to address impaired mobility, vital signs, nutrition, and more. The overall goal of nursing management is to control symptoms, prevent complications, and optimize recovery through a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach.
This document defines and describes cerebral vascular accidents (strokes). It notes that strokes are usually hemorrhagic or ischemic, and lists risk factors such as age, gender, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and diabetes. Clinical manifestations include motor deficits, communication problems, sensory disturbances, and cognitive impairments. Diagnosis involves imaging tests and physical exams. Prevention focuses on modifying risk factors. Treatment includes thrombolytics, anticoagulants, managing complications, and rehabilitation to achieve goals like improved mobility and communication.
The document discusses cerebrovascular accidents (strokes), including types of strokes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, nursing management in the acute and hyperacute phases, and collaborative care approaches for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. It provides an overview of strokes, their causes, impact, and the critical role of nurses in monitoring patients, administering treatments, and coordinating multidisciplinary care.
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. It is a leading cause of death and disability. Risk factors include hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, smoking, and older age. Symptoms depend on the affected brain region but may include weakness, numbness, vision/speech problems, and impaired coordination. Treatment focuses on restoring blood flow and minimizing brain damage through medications, surgery, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes to reduce long-term effects and risk of recurrence.
This document provides information on ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. It discusses the types, risk factors, pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of each. For ischemic stroke, it outlines the five types according to cause and details tPA administration criteria. For hemorrhagic stroke, it describes the types including intracerebral hemorrhage from aneurysms or arteriovenous malformations. Nursing interventions for recovery are also summarized.
1) The document discusses the management of patients with cerebrovascular disorders such as stroke, which is a leading cause of death and long-term disability in the US.
2) It covers the prevention, types, pathophysiology, manifestations, and medical management of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
3) Nursing interventions are aimed at improving mobility, self-care, communication and preventing complications during recovery from stroke.
The document discusses the approach to transient ischemic attack (TIA) and stroke. It provides definitions of TIA and acute stroke, and classifications of stroke. It also reviews epidemiological data on stroke from Malaysia, clinical features of different types of stroke, etiologies, investigations and management of acute ischemic stroke.
This presentation looks at some of the common conditions that can present with hemiplegia. Stroke is the commonest, however, there are several other causes that need to be considered in a patient presenting with hemiplegia.
This document discusses the challenges in nursing care for patients experiencing a cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or stroke. It begins by defining a CVA as a sudden loss of brain function caused by disrupted blood flow to the brain. The document then covers the types, risk factors, clinical manifestations, investigations, and management of strokes. It emphasizes the nursing priorities of initial treatment to prevent further deterioration, ongoing risk assessment, and interventions to address impaired mobility, vital signs, nutrition, and more. The overall goal of nursing management is to control symptoms, prevent complications, and optimize recovery through a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach.
This document defines and describes cerebral vascular accidents (strokes). It notes that strokes are usually hemorrhagic or ischemic, and lists risk factors such as age, gender, hypertension, atrial fibrillation, and diabetes. Clinical manifestations include motor deficits, communication problems, sensory disturbances, and cognitive impairments. Diagnosis involves imaging tests and physical exams. Prevention focuses on modifying risk factors. Treatment includes thrombolytics, anticoagulants, managing complications, and rehabilitation to achieve goals like improved mobility and communication.
1. This document provides guidance on the evaluation and management of patients presenting with coma, transient ischemic attack (TIA), and ischemic stroke.
2. For patients presenting with coma, the assessment involves a detailed history, physical and neurological examination to localize the lesion. Coma etiologies are categorized based on presence of focal signs or meningism.
3. For TIA patients, risk stratification using the ABCD2 score helps determine short term risk of stroke. Acute ischemic stroke is managed with thrombolytic therapy if within 4.5 hours of onset, following strict inclusion/exclusion criteria.
4. Secondary stroke prevention focuses on antiplatelet/anticoagulant drugs based
This document discusses supportive management strategies for patients experiencing acute stroke. It covers positioning, monitoring and treatment of cerebral edema, management of seizures, blood pressure control, glucose control, potential cardiac issues, the role of hypothermia and neuroprotective agents, prevention of venous thromboembolism, and monitoring for infections. Key recommendations include maintaining normothermia, blood sugars between 140-180 mg/dL, treating cerebral edema with osmotic therapies like mannitol if indicated, and early mobilization to prevent complications like DVT.
1. The document discusses the diagnosis and management of stroke. It defines stroke, reviews the etiology and types of stroke, and describes tools to assess stroke severity such as the NIHSS score.
2. Acute management of stroke is discussed for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Treatment options for ischemic stroke include tPA administration and mechanical thrombectomy. Surgery may be considered for hemorrhagic stroke depending on location and size of bleeding.
3. Supportive care measures are also outlined, such as blood pressure and glucose management, antiepileptic drugs, and treating fever, to improve stroke outcomes. The document emphasizes the importance of specialized stroke units for patient care.
This document discusses identifying and managing acute stroke. It begins by outlining stroke, including defining ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack. It then discusses the classification, epidemiology and data from Malaysia on stroke. Risk factors like hyperhomocysteinemia and depression post-stroke are mentioned. The management of acute ischemic stroke is summarized, including thrombolysis guidelines. General investigations and imaging for acute stroke are provided. The document concludes by discussing secondary prevention strategies post-stroke.
Coma is a state of reduced alertness and responsiveness that can result from metabolic or structural causes affecting the brain. Metabolic causes include toxins, infections, electrolyte abnormalities, while structural causes are head trauma, hemorrhage, infarction. Patients may present with diffuse symptoms or focal neurological deficits depending on the location and extent of injury. Evaluation involves the Glasgow Coma Scale, neurological exam, and diagnostic imaging and labs to identify the underlying cause so that targeted treatment can be initiated. Subarachnoid hemorrhage commonly results from aneurysms and presents with a sudden, severe headache with potential complications like rebleeding and vasospasm requiring intensive monitoring and management.
Stroke or Cerebrovascular incident, is defined as an abrupt onset of a neurological deficit that is attributable to a focal vascular cause.
The clinical manifestations of stroke are highly variable because of the complex anatomy of the brain
This document provides an overview of the approach to managing cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), also known as strokes. It begins with definitions, epidemiology, and risk factors. It then discusses the clinical presentation and neurological deficits associated with different blood vessels. Common complications are also reviewed. The approach to initial management focuses on resuscitation, history and examination, investigations, and acute treatment including medications, monitoring, and prevention of secondary complications. Long-term management involves rehabilitation, lifestyle modifications, and managing risk factors to prevent further strokes. Prognosis varies depending on the stroke subtype but overall many patients experience disability or death.
Cerebrovascular disorders refer to any abnormality of blood supply to the brain. Stroke is a sudden neurological event caused by disrupted blood flow, and can be either ischemic (caused by blockage) or hemorrhagic (caused by bleeding). Ischemic strokes are more common and result in symptoms like motor or sensory loss, communication problems, and cognitive impairments. Diagnosis involves patient history, exam, imaging tests, and bloodwork. Treatment focuses on restoring blood flow and preventing complications. Nursing care addresses mobility, communication, bowel/bladder function, and helping patients and families cope.
1. A 70-year-old woman collapsed at home and was found confused by her daughter. EMS determined she may have had a stroke and transported her to the hospital within 30 minutes of the collapse.
2. At the hospital, she was found to have high blood pressure, left-sided weakness, and a CT scan showed a blood clot in her carotid artery causing a right hemisphere stroke.
3. Her risk factors included a history of untreated hypertension and a previous transient ischemic attack. She was diagnosed with an ischemic stroke likely due to atherosclerosis.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blockage in an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Symptoms vary depending on the affected area of the brain and can include paralysis, confusion, vision changes, and headaches. Treatment depends on the type of stroke, but may involve clot-busting drugs, surgery, or lifestyle changes to prevent future strokes such as controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and obesity. Prognosis depends on the severity and location of damage to the brain.
Critical care situations in neurological nursing often involve increased intracranial pressure, cerebrovascular accidents, and delirium. Increased ICP can lead to herniation and brainstem compression if pressure rises above 20 mmHg. Nursing focuses on early detection by monitoring changes in vital signs and neurological status. Treatment aims to lower ICP through interventions like hyperventilation, diuresis, and maintaining cerebral perfusion pressure. Ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require different acute treatments and long-term management to prevent recurrence and complications. Delirium involves an acute, reversible disturbance in consciousness and cognition that usually has an underlying medical cause.
This document discusses cerebrovascular accidents (strokes). It defines strokes as occurring when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, and describes the two main types: ischemic (caused by blockage) and hemorrhagic (caused by ruptured blood vessel). Risk factors include conditions like high blood pressure, smoking, obesity, and older age. Symptoms appear suddenly and may include weakness, trouble speaking, or vision issues. Diagnosis involves tests like CT/MRI scans and angiograms. Treatment depends on stroke type but aims to restore blood flow or control bleeding. Prevention focuses on controlling risk factors like blood pressure and diabetes.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is disrupted, depriving brain cells of oxygen. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blockage, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel. Symptoms vary depending on the affected brain region but may include numbness, weakness, vision problems, confusion, and trouble speaking. Immediate treatment involves calling emergency services, monitoring the person's condition, and preventing movement until medical help arrives.
CVA (cerebrovascular accident), also known as stroke, and TIA (transient ischemic attack) are disruptions in blood flow to the brain. A CVA is caused by ischemia or hemorrhage in the brain and results in cell death, while a TIA's disruption is temporary without cell death. Risk factors include atherosclerosis, hypertension, cardiac issues, and diabetes. Symptoms depend on the location and size of the affected area but may include paralysis, impaired speech/vision, and sensory changes. Treatment focuses on prevention by controlling risk factors and potentially using blood thinners. Nursing care revolves around monitoring for complications and maximizing recovery of functions.
Head injury refers to any injury to the scalp, skull or brain. Common causes include motor vehicle accidents, falls, and assaults. The brain may experience bruising, bleeding, or swelling which increases intracranial pressure. Nurses monitor patients closely for changes in vital signs, pupil size/reactivity, and neurological status that indicate increased pressure. Treatment involves controlling bleeding, maintaining oxygenation and circulation, preventing infection, and monitoring for complications.
This document provides information on ischemic stroke through a case study format. It discusses the types and causes of stroke, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic studies, treatment goals, and methods for prevention. The key points are:
- Ischemic stroke is caused by a blockage in a brain blood vessel and accounts for 87% of strokes. Common causes are fatty deposits forming blood clots or traveling particles blocking small vessels.
- Risk factors include age, gender, race, family history, diabetes, heart disease, smoking, hypertension, obesity, and oral contraceptive use.
- Symptoms vary depending on the affected area of the brain but may include weakness, confusion, visual issues, difficulty walking, and severe
Hemiplegia is the total paralysis of one side of the body that can be caused by stroke, head trauma, brain tumors, or other neurological conditions. It is characterized by an inability to voluntarily move the arm, leg, and trunk on the same side of the body. Symptoms vary but can include difficulties with walking, balance, grasping objects, muscle stiffness, spasms, and speech or swallowing. Treatment involves rehabilitation to help regain motor function through exercises and may include pharmacological interventions or surgery depending on the underlying cause.
This document discusses the management and prognosis of cerebrovascular accidents (strokes). It covers the major subtypes of strokes, including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. For ischemic strokes, imaging studies like CT scans and MRI are used to identify blood clots and rule out hemorrhage. Thrombolysis treatment within 3-4.5 hours can help reduce disability. For hemorrhagic strokes, CT scans are used to locate bleeding and its cause. Outcomes depend on the stroke subtype, with ischemic usually having a better prognosis than hemorrhagic. Lifestyle changes and treating underlying risk factors like hypertension are emphasized for primary and secondary stroke prevention.
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR HPV VACCINATION , Dr. Sharda Jain Lifecare Centre Lifecare Centre
This document discusses strategies for cervical cancer prevention in India through HPV vaccination. It notes that cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable but prevention efforts in India have been inadequate. HPV vaccination provides strong protection, especially if received before sexual debut. However, vaccination rates in India are very low. The document argues that the postpartum period provides an opportunity for catch-up HPV vaccination that can improve coverage. Several studies show high HPV prevalence in postpartum women, demonstrating the potential benefit. Other evidence suggests postpartum women are receptive to vaccination and compliance with the 3 dose schedule can be high with proper counseling. The document advocates that healthcare providers should recommend HPV vaccination to women in the postpartum period to help control cervical cancer in India
This document provides an overview of the objectives and content covered in Activity #8, which focuses on the gross anatomy of the spinal cord, spinal nerves, and sensory organs. The activity will cover identifying structures of the spinal cord on models and specimens, as well as structures of the eye, ear, and histology slides of the cochlea. Details are provided on the spinal cord regions and cross section, meninges and spaces, nerve plexuses including the cervical, brachial, lumbar and sacral plexuses. Specific nerves are also outlined, along with their innervations. The extrinsic eye muscles and their innervations are defined. Anatomy of the cow eye, middle and inner ear, and coch
1. This document provides guidance on the evaluation and management of patients presenting with coma, transient ischemic attack (TIA), and ischemic stroke.
2. For patients presenting with coma, the assessment involves a detailed history, physical and neurological examination to localize the lesion. Coma etiologies are categorized based on presence of focal signs or meningism.
3. For TIA patients, risk stratification using the ABCD2 score helps determine short term risk of stroke. Acute ischemic stroke is managed with thrombolytic therapy if within 4.5 hours of onset, following strict inclusion/exclusion criteria.
4. Secondary stroke prevention focuses on antiplatelet/anticoagulant drugs based
This document discusses supportive management strategies for patients experiencing acute stroke. It covers positioning, monitoring and treatment of cerebral edema, management of seizures, blood pressure control, glucose control, potential cardiac issues, the role of hypothermia and neuroprotective agents, prevention of venous thromboembolism, and monitoring for infections. Key recommendations include maintaining normothermia, blood sugars between 140-180 mg/dL, treating cerebral edema with osmotic therapies like mannitol if indicated, and early mobilization to prevent complications like DVT.
1. The document discusses the diagnosis and management of stroke. It defines stroke, reviews the etiology and types of stroke, and describes tools to assess stroke severity such as the NIHSS score.
2. Acute management of stroke is discussed for both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Treatment options for ischemic stroke include tPA administration and mechanical thrombectomy. Surgery may be considered for hemorrhagic stroke depending on location and size of bleeding.
3. Supportive care measures are also outlined, such as blood pressure and glucose management, antiepileptic drugs, and treating fever, to improve stroke outcomes. The document emphasizes the importance of specialized stroke units for patient care.
This document discusses identifying and managing acute stroke. It begins by outlining stroke, including defining ischemic stroke and transient ischemic attack. It then discusses the classification, epidemiology and data from Malaysia on stroke. Risk factors like hyperhomocysteinemia and depression post-stroke are mentioned. The management of acute ischemic stroke is summarized, including thrombolysis guidelines. General investigations and imaging for acute stroke are provided. The document concludes by discussing secondary prevention strategies post-stroke.
Coma is a state of reduced alertness and responsiveness that can result from metabolic or structural causes affecting the brain. Metabolic causes include toxins, infections, electrolyte abnormalities, while structural causes are head trauma, hemorrhage, infarction. Patients may present with diffuse symptoms or focal neurological deficits depending on the location and extent of injury. Evaluation involves the Glasgow Coma Scale, neurological exam, and diagnostic imaging and labs to identify the underlying cause so that targeted treatment can be initiated. Subarachnoid hemorrhage commonly results from aneurysms and presents with a sudden, severe headache with potential complications like rebleeding and vasospasm requiring intensive monitoring and management.
Stroke or Cerebrovascular incident, is defined as an abrupt onset of a neurological deficit that is attributable to a focal vascular cause.
The clinical manifestations of stroke are highly variable because of the complex anatomy of the brain
This document provides an overview of the approach to managing cerebrovascular accidents (CVAs), also known as strokes. It begins with definitions, epidemiology, and risk factors. It then discusses the clinical presentation and neurological deficits associated with different blood vessels. Common complications are also reviewed. The approach to initial management focuses on resuscitation, history and examination, investigations, and acute treatment including medications, monitoring, and prevention of secondary complications. Long-term management involves rehabilitation, lifestyle modifications, and managing risk factors to prevent further strokes. Prognosis varies depending on the stroke subtype but overall many patients experience disability or death.
Cerebrovascular disorders refer to any abnormality of blood supply to the brain. Stroke is a sudden neurological event caused by disrupted blood flow, and can be either ischemic (caused by blockage) or hemorrhagic (caused by bleeding). Ischemic strokes are more common and result in symptoms like motor or sensory loss, communication problems, and cognitive impairments. Diagnosis involves patient history, exam, imaging tests, and bloodwork. Treatment focuses on restoring blood flow and preventing complications. Nursing care addresses mobility, communication, bowel/bladder function, and helping patients and families cope.
1. A 70-year-old woman collapsed at home and was found confused by her daughter. EMS determined she may have had a stroke and transported her to the hospital within 30 minutes of the collapse.
2. At the hospital, she was found to have high blood pressure, left-sided weakness, and a CT scan showed a blood clot in her carotid artery causing a right hemisphere stroke.
3. Her risk factors included a history of untreated hypertension and a previous transient ischemic attack. She was diagnosed with an ischemic stroke likely due to atherosclerosis.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blockage in an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Symptoms vary depending on the affected area of the brain and can include paralysis, confusion, vision changes, and headaches. Treatment depends on the type of stroke, but may involve clot-busting drugs, surgery, or lifestyle changes to prevent future strokes such as controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and obesity. Prognosis depends on the severity and location of damage to the brain.
Critical care situations in neurological nursing often involve increased intracranial pressure, cerebrovascular accidents, and delirium. Increased ICP can lead to herniation and brainstem compression if pressure rises above 20 mmHg. Nursing focuses on early detection by monitoring changes in vital signs and neurological status. Treatment aims to lower ICP through interventions like hyperventilation, diuresis, and maintaining cerebral perfusion pressure. Ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require different acute treatments and long-term management to prevent recurrence and complications. Delirium involves an acute, reversible disturbance in consciousness and cognition that usually has an underlying medical cause.
This document discusses cerebrovascular accidents (strokes). It defines strokes as occurring when blood flow to the brain is interrupted, and describes the two main types: ischemic (caused by blockage) and hemorrhagic (caused by ruptured blood vessel). Risk factors include conditions like high blood pressure, smoking, obesity, and older age. Symptoms appear suddenly and may include weakness, trouble speaking, or vision issues. Diagnosis involves tests like CT/MRI scans and angiograms. Treatment depends on stroke type but aims to restore blood flow or control bleeding. Prevention focuses on controlling risk factors like blood pressure and diabetes.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is disrupted, depriving brain cells of oxygen. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blockage, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel. Symptoms vary depending on the affected brain region but may include numbness, weakness, vision problems, confusion, and trouble speaking. Immediate treatment involves calling emergency services, monitoring the person's condition, and preventing movement until medical help arrives.
CVA (cerebrovascular accident), also known as stroke, and TIA (transient ischemic attack) are disruptions in blood flow to the brain. A CVA is caused by ischemia or hemorrhage in the brain and results in cell death, while a TIA's disruption is temporary without cell death. Risk factors include atherosclerosis, hypertension, cardiac issues, and diabetes. Symptoms depend on the location and size of the affected area but may include paralysis, impaired speech/vision, and sensory changes. Treatment focuses on prevention by controlling risk factors and potentially using blood thinners. Nursing care revolves around monitoring for complications and maximizing recovery of functions.
Head injury refers to any injury to the scalp, skull or brain. Common causes include motor vehicle accidents, falls, and assaults. The brain may experience bruising, bleeding, or swelling which increases intracranial pressure. Nurses monitor patients closely for changes in vital signs, pupil size/reactivity, and neurological status that indicate increased pressure. Treatment involves controlling bleeding, maintaining oxygenation and circulation, preventing infection, and monitoring for complications.
This document provides information on ischemic stroke through a case study format. It discusses the types and causes of stroke, risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic studies, treatment goals, and methods for prevention. The key points are:
- Ischemic stroke is caused by a blockage in a brain blood vessel and accounts for 87% of strokes. Common causes are fatty deposits forming blood clots or traveling particles blocking small vessels.
- Risk factors include age, gender, race, family history, diabetes, heart disease, smoking, hypertension, obesity, and oral contraceptive use.
- Symptoms vary depending on the affected area of the brain but may include weakness, confusion, visual issues, difficulty walking, and severe
Hemiplegia is the total paralysis of one side of the body that can be caused by stroke, head trauma, brain tumors, or other neurological conditions. It is characterized by an inability to voluntarily move the arm, leg, and trunk on the same side of the body. Symptoms vary but can include difficulties with walking, balance, grasping objects, muscle stiffness, spasms, and speech or swallowing. Treatment involves rehabilitation to help regain motor function through exercises and may include pharmacological interventions or surgery depending on the underlying cause.
This document discusses the management and prognosis of cerebrovascular accidents (strokes). It covers the major subtypes of strokes, including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. For ischemic strokes, imaging studies like CT scans and MRI are used to identify blood clots and rule out hemorrhage. Thrombolysis treatment within 3-4.5 hours can help reduce disability. For hemorrhagic strokes, CT scans are used to locate bleeding and its cause. Outcomes depend on the stroke subtype, with ischemic usually having a better prognosis than hemorrhagic. Lifestyle changes and treating underlying risk factors like hypertension are emphasized for primary and secondary stroke prevention.
AN OPPORTUNITY FOR HPV VACCINATION , Dr. Sharda Jain Lifecare Centre Lifecare Centre
This document discusses strategies for cervical cancer prevention in India through HPV vaccination. It notes that cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable but prevention efforts in India have been inadequate. HPV vaccination provides strong protection, especially if received before sexual debut. However, vaccination rates in India are very low. The document argues that the postpartum period provides an opportunity for catch-up HPV vaccination that can improve coverage. Several studies show high HPV prevalence in postpartum women, demonstrating the potential benefit. Other evidence suggests postpartum women are receptive to vaccination and compliance with the 3 dose schedule can be high with proper counseling. The document advocates that healthcare providers should recommend HPV vaccination to women in the postpartum period to help control cervical cancer in India
This document provides an overview of the objectives and content covered in Activity #8, which focuses on the gross anatomy of the spinal cord, spinal nerves, and sensory organs. The activity will cover identifying structures of the spinal cord on models and specimens, as well as structures of the eye, ear, and histology slides of the cochlea. Details are provided on the spinal cord regions and cross section, meninges and spaces, nerve plexuses including the cervical, brachial, lumbar and sacral plexuses. Specific nerves are also outlined, along with their innervations. The extrinsic eye muscles and their innervations are defined. Anatomy of the cow eye, middle and inner ear, and coch
What Are the Key Statistics About Cervical Cancer?
The American Cancer Society's estimates for cervical cancer in the United States for 2017 are:
About 12,820 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed.
About 4,210 women will die from cervical cancer.
Cervical pre-cancers are diagnosed far more often than invasive cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer was once one of the most common causes of cancer death for American women. But over the last 40 years, the cervical cancer death rate has gone down by more than 50%. The main reason for this change was the increased use of the Pap test. This screening procedure can find changes in the cervix before cancer develops. It can also find cervical cancer early − in its most curable stage.
Cervical cancer tends to occur in midlife. Most cases are found in women younger than 50. It rarely develops in women younger than 20. Many older women do not realize that the risk of developing cervical cancer is still present as they age. More than 15% of cases of cervical cancer are found in women over 65. However these cancers rarely occur in women who have been getting regular tests to screen for cervical cancer before they were 65. See the section, " Can cervical cancer be prevented?" and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Early Detection for more information about tests used to screen for cervical cancer.
In the United States, Hispanic women are most likely to get cervical cancer, followed by African-Americans, Asians and Pacific Islanders, and whites. American Indians and Alaskan natives have the lowest risk of cervical cancer in this country.
Cell Cycle, Dna, And Protein Synthesis Notes NewFred Phillips
The document summarizes key concepts about the cell cycle, DNA replication, transcription, translation, and protein synthesis. It discusses the stages of the cell cycle including interphase and mitosis. It describes DNA structure and how DNA is replicated semi-conservatively. It explains how DNA is transcribed into mRNA which is then translated by ribosomes into proteins according to the genetic code.
This document discusses Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and cervical cancer. It describes the different types of HPV and their association with cervical lesions and cancer. It provides information on HPV vaccination, including efficacy against cervical lesions, safety, and recommendations for vaccination of girls ages 9-13.
Cervical cancer develops in the cervix and is most often caused by HPV infection. A Pap test screens for abnormal or precancerous cervical cells, and if abnormalities are detected further tests like colposcopy and biopsy may be used to diagnose cervical cancer or determine if precancerous cells require treatment. Maintaining regular Pap tests is important for early detection of cervical cancer since treatment is most successful when caught early.
The document summarizes the central dogma of molecular biology and the processes of protein synthesis - transcription and translation. It explains that DNA is transcribed into mRNA in the nucleus, and mRNA is then translated into proteins by ribosomes in the cytoplasm. Transcription involves RNA polymerase copying the DNA code into mRNA. Translation involves tRNAs matching their anticodons to the mRNA codons and adding the corresponding amino acids to form a polypeptide chain. The genetic code is universal and degenerate, with multiple codons coding for each amino acid.
Cervical cancer develops slowly from precancerous dysplasia caused by human papillomavirus infection, which can be detected by Pap smears and treated to prevent cancer progression. Risk factors include multiple sexual partners, young age of first intercourse, smoking, and family history. Stages of cervical cancer are determined by how far the cancer has spread from the cervix, and treatment options include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and targeted therapies.
1) A 55-year-old woman suddenly developed left-sided weakness after stopping her warfarin, raising concern for hemorrhagic stroke. Rapid diagnosis with CT and attention to reversing any coagulopathy is important.
2) A 20-year-old male student experiencing prolonged seizure requires immediate treatment to stop the seizure and prevent future seizures, given risk of neuronal injury.
3) A 35-year-old woman presented with the worst headache of her life and symptoms concerning for aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage, requiring urgent CT to rule out this neurological emergency.
This document provides information on neurologic disorders and conducting a neurologic exam. It describes the anatomy and physiology of the brain and nervous system. It then presents two case studies of patients presenting with neurologic complaints. The first case involves a 66-year-old woman experiencing difficulty speaking, which upon assessment is determined to likely be an acute ischemic stroke. The second case involves a 68-year-old man who fell while walking and is complaining of a mild headache, with the differential diagnosis including intracranial hemorrhage or elevated intracranial pressure. The document stresses using the AMLS assessment pathway to evaluate patients with potential neurologic issues.
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Academic Clinical History & Physical Notes for Cerebral Ischemia
I am presenting the academic clinical history and physical notes for the patient of ischemic stroke. Ischemic stroke or cerebral ischemia occurs when one of the cerebral arteries is blocked by the clot leading to diminished blood supply and oxygen to brain cells resulting in damage or death of brain cells (Celik et al., 2020)
History and Physical Note
1.Chief complaint/reason for admission/visit/consult.
A 52 years old male patient came to the acute care hospital with the chief complaint of sudden severe headache, dizziness, and slurred speech.
HPI for the H&P or consult notes.
The patient felt a severe burning and shooting pain in the frontal region of the head while he was reading the newspaper in the morning. The patient said that he developed blurred vision during reading. The patient felt numbness when the pain started (Harriot et al., 2020). The patient said that the pain was not subsiding with the time as it persisted since its onset. The pain scale was nine by 10, started in the frontal region, and radiated towards the temporal region. The associated symptoms with pain are nausea, vomiting, aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, and vertigo (De Cock, et al., 2020). The symptoms become aggravate in a standing position and become alleviating when he lay down on the bed with 3 pillows. The patient felt a significant change in body posture. He is positive for facial drooping while negative for fever and chills. He finds difficulty in sitting and maintaining coordination. The patient stated that he had a medical history of neck trauma in a road accident. He was hospitalized for 3 weeks after neck surgery.
2.Medical, surgical, family, social, and allergy history.
Medical history
The patient has hypertension and hypercholesterolemia (Haegens, et al., 2018).
Surgical history
The patient underwent neck surgery after neck trauma at the age of 42.
Family history
The patient’s mother is alive and diabetic. The father of the patient died due to a cardiac stroke. His sister is normal. One of the two brothers has hypertension, and the other is normal. Currently, the patient is living with his normal wife.
Social history
The patient has a long history of smoking and boozing, coupled with a sedentary lifestyle.
Allergy history
· Raw fruits and vegetables, Shellfish, Soy.
· Amoxicillin and aspirin.
3.Home medications, including dosages, route, frequency, and current medications, if a consultation note.
Antihypertensive drugs Edarbi & Hygroton.
40 mg oral Edarbi once a day, as the patient is on diuretics, Hygroton. Oral 50 mg Hygroton once in the morning.
Hypercholesterolemic drugs Lipitor
Oral tablet 40 mg once a day. He takes this tablet at night.
4.Review of systems with all body systems for H&P or consult notes. Review of systems is what the patient or family/friends tell you (by body system).
General appearance
The patient shows facial we ...
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Academic Clinical History & Physical Notes for Cerebral Ischemia
I am presenting the academic clinical history and physical notes for the patient of ischemic stroke. Ischemic stroke or cerebral ischemia occurs when one of the cerebral arteries is blocked by the clot leading to diminished blood supply and oxygen to brain cells resulting in damage or death of brain cells (Celik et al., 2020)
History and Physical Note
1.Chief complaint/reason for admission/visit/consult.
A 52 years old male patient came to the acute care hospital with the chief complaint of sudden severe headache, dizziness, and slurred speech.
HPI for the H&P or consult notes.
The patient felt a severe burning and shooting pain in the frontal region of the head while he was reading the newspaper in the morning. The patient said that he developed blurred vision during reading. The patient felt numbness when the pain started (Harriot et al., 2020). The patient said that the pain was not subsiding with the time as it persisted since its onset. The pain scale was nine by 10, started in the frontal region, and radiated towards the temporal region. The associated symptoms with pain are nausea, vomiting, aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, and vertigo (De Cock, et al., 2020). The symptoms become aggravate in a standing position and become alleviating when he lay down on the bed with 3 pillows. The patient felt a significant change in body posture. He is positive for facial drooping while negative for fever and chills. He finds difficulty in sitting and maintaining coordination. The patient stated that he had a medical history of neck trauma in a road accident. He was hospitalized for 3 weeks after neck surgery.
2.Medical, surgical, family, social, and allergy history.
Medical history
The patient has hypertension and hypercholesterolemia (Haegens, et al., 2018).
Surgical history
The patient underwent neck surgery after neck trauma at the age of 42.
Family history
The patient’s mother is alive and diabetic. The father of the patient died due to a cardiac stroke. His sister is normal. One of the two brothers has hypertension, and the other is normal. Currently, the patient is living with his normal wife.
Social history
The patient has a long history of smoking and boozing, coupled with a sedentary lifestyle.
Allergy history
· Raw fruits and vegetables, Shellfish, Soy.
· Amoxicillin and aspirin.
3.Home medications, including dosages, route, frequency, and current medications, if a consultation note.
Antihypertensive drugs Edarbi & Hygroton.
40 mg oral Edarbi once a day, as the patient is on diuretics, Hygroton. Oral 50 mg Hygroton once in the morning.
Hypercholesterolemic drugs Lipitor
Oral tablet 40 mg once a day. He takes this tablet at night.
4.Review of systems with all body systems for H&P or consult notes. Review of systems is what the patient or family/friends tell you (by body system).
General appearance
The patient shows facial we ...
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The document contains a clinical history and physical notes for a 52-year-old male patient presenting with cerebral ischemia (ischemic stroke). Key details include:
- The patient experienced sudden severe headache, dizziness, and slurred speech. Exam found facial drooping and difficulties with coordination and swallowing.
- Medical history includes hypertension and hypercholesterolemia. Surgical history includes prior neck surgery.
- Diagnostic tests (CT scan, MRI) found an ischemic stroke in the middle cerebral artery, with signs of intravascular thrombus.
- Assessment identifies the leading diagnosis as cerebral ischemia. Differential diagnoses include hemorrhagic stroke, subdural hemorrhage, and
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Academic Clinical History & Physical Notes for Cerebral Ischemia
Muhammad Aftkhar
Grand Canyon University
December 04th, 2020
Academic Clinical History & Physical Notes for Cerebral Ischemia
I am presenting the academic clinical history and physical notes for the patient of ischemic stroke. Ischemic stroke or cerebral ischemia occurs when one of the cerebral arteries is blocked by the clot leading to diminished blood supply and oxygen to brain cells resulting in damage or death of brain cells (Celik et al., 2020)
History and Physical Note
1.Chief complaint/reason for admission/visit/consult.
A 52 years old male patient came to the acute care hospital with the chief complaint of sudden severe headache, dizziness, and slurred speech.
HPI for the H&P or consult notes.
The patient felt a severe burning and shooting pain in the frontal region of the head while he was reading the newspaper in the morning. The patient said that he developed blurred vision during reading. The patient felt numbness when the pain started (Harriot et al., 2020). The patient said that the pain was not subsiding with the time as it persisted since its onset. The pain scale was nine by 10, started in the frontal region, and radiated towards the temporal region. The associated symptoms with pain are nausea, vomiting, aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, and vertigo (De Cock, et al., 2020). The symptoms become aggravate in a standing position and become alleviating when he lay down on the bed with 3 pillows. The patient felt a significant change in body posture. He is positive for facial drooping while negative for fever and chills. He finds difficulty in sitting and maintaining coordination. The patient stated that he had a medical history of neck trauma in a road accident. He was hospitalized for 3 weeks after neck surgery.
2.Medical, surgical, family, social, and allergy history.
Medical history
The patient has hypertension and hypercholesterolemia (Haegens, et al., 2018).
Surgical history
The patient underwent neck surgery after neck trauma at the age of 42.
Family history
The patient’s mother is alive and diabetic. The father of the patient died due to a cardiac stroke. His sister is normal. One of the two brothers has hypertension, and the other is normal. Currently, the patient is living with his normal wife.
Social history
The patient has a long history of smoking and boozing, coupled with a sedentary lifestyle.
Allergy history
· Raw fruits and vegetables, Shellfish, Soy.
· Amoxicillin and aspirin.
3.Home medications, including dosages, route, frequency, and current medications, if a consultation note.
Antihypertensive drugs Edarbi & Hygroton.
40 mg oral Edarbi once a day, as the patient is on diuretics, Hygroton. Oral 50 mg Hygroton once in the morning.
Hypercholesterolemic drugs Lipitor
Oral tablet 40 mg once a day. He takes this tablet at night.
4.Review of systems with all body systems for H&P or consult notes. Review of systems i ...
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- The types, causes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, and management of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
- Myths and facts about strokes, including that up to 80% are preventable but they can affect anyone at any time.
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3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
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7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
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2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
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Stroke and the Neurologic Exam
3. Doctor – What’s Wrong With Me?!?!?!
A 78 year old woman is brought in by her daughter after waking up
this morning unable to get out of bed. She is alert, appears tired,
follows commands slowly and cannot move the left side of her body.
Your patient, a 66 year old man with diabetes and HTN presents with
1 full day of severe dizziness. He says the room is spinning and he
cannot walk unassisted.
The 48 year old woman you are examining in room in intake is
complaining of a sudden onset of severe headache about 1 hour
ago. This is the worst headache of her life. It is associated with
drooping of her left eyelid and facial asymmetry. She has a history
of HTN, occasional headaches and asthma.
4. Intro to Stroke: epidemiology, definitions, pathophys
Categories
Risk Factors
Evaluation of Suspected Stroke
Management
Goals
9. TIA
“…a transient episode of neurological
dysfunction caused by focal brain, spinal cord,
or retinal ischemia, without acute infarction.”
(AHA)
10% - CVA in 90 days
17. Anterior Cerebral Artery
Medial frontal and parietal lobe, caudate head, globus
pallidus, anterior limb of internal capsule
Middle Cerebral Artery
Lateral frontal and parietal lobes lateral and anterior
temporal lobe, globus pallidus and putamen, internal
capsule
Anterior Choroidal Artery
Optic tracts, medial temporal lobe, ventrolateral thalamus,
corona radiata, posterior limb of the internal capsule
Anterior Circulation (Carotid)
18. Posterior Circulation
(AKA Vertebro-basilar)
Posterior Cerebral Artery
Occipital lobes, medial and posterior temporal and parietal
lobes, brainstem, posterior thalamus and midbrain
Posterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery :
Inferior vermis; posterior and inferior cerebellar hemispheres
Anterior Inferior Cerebellar Artery: Anterolateral
cerebellum
Superior Cerebellar Artery: Superior vermis; superior
cerebellum
19.
20.
21. Age
Race
Sex
Ethnicity
History of migraine headaches
Sickle cell disease
Fibromuscular dysplasia
Heredity
Hypertension (the most important modifiable factor)
Diabetes mellitus
Cardiac disease
Hypercholesterolemia
Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs)
Carotid stenosis
Hyperhomocystinemia
Lifestyle issues - Excessive alcohol intake, tobacco use, illicit drug
use, obesity, physical inactivity
Oral contraceptive use
Risk Factors
22. Remember Us?
A 78 year old woman is brought in by her daughter after waking up
this morning unable to get out of bed. She is alert, appears tired,
follows commands slowly and cannot move the left side of her body.
Your patient, a 66 year old man with diabetes and HTN presents with
1 full day of severe dizziness. He says the room is spinning and he
cannot walk unassisted.
The 48 year old woman you are examining in room in intake is
complaining of a sudden onset of severe headache about 1 hour
ago. This is the worst headache of her life. It is associated with
drooping of her left eyelid and facial asymmetry. She has a history
of HTN, occasional headaches and asthma.
25. The History
In addition to all the usual, focus on:
•Onset: When was patient last seen normal?
• Fluctuating symptoms
• Previous episodes
• Medications, anticoagulation?
28. Well organized exam and good instructions -
http://cloud.med.nyu.edu/modules/pub/neurosurgery/
Good videos, especially of abnormals -
http://library.med.utah.edu/neurologicexam/html/home_ex
am.html
Neuro Exam - Aides
29. • Assess level of responsiveness (AVPU/GCS)
• Focus on signs of persistent lateralizing asymmetry
• Reflex abnormalities may localize to brainstem
• Prognosis of decorticate better than decerebrate
• May assess the following, even in unresponsive:
•Corneal reflex (CNV)
•Doll’s eye (Brainstem, EOM)
•Calorics (EOM)
•Pupillary response
•Introducing objects into field of view
•Facial grimacing (CNVII)
•Gag reflex (CN IX, X)
The Altered Patient
32. • ACLS(ABCDE, IV x 2, O2, Monitor, Vitals c F.S.)
• Consider thrombolytics or endovascular
intervention if appropriate
• ASA, Plavix, Statin, Control BP
• Serial Neuro checks????
Management
33. Pathophys - Ischemic
Ischemic core and penumbra
Primary circulation vs collaterals
Core - cells die within MINUTES
Penumbra - cells die within HOURS
34. IV-tPA - Indications
• Time of symptom onset < 4.5 hours
• Measurable neurologic deficit.
• 4 < NIH stroke scale (maximum score 42) < 22.
• High-risk patients often have early CT scan changes
showing a large area of edema or mass effect.
35. IV-tPA - Contraindications
Absolute contraindications
• History or evidence of intracranial hemorrhage
• Clinical presentation suggestive of subarachnoid hemorrhage
• Known arteriovenous malformation
• Systolic blood pressure (SBP) >185 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure
(DBP) >110 mm Hg despite repeated measurements and treatment
• Seizure with postictal residual neurologic impairment
• Platelet count < 100,000/mm3
• Prothrombin time (PT) >15 or INR >1.7
• Active internal bleeding or acute trauma (fracture)
• Head trauma or stroke in the previous 3 months
• Arterial puncture at a noncompressible site within 1 week
36. IV-tPA - Dosing
1. 0.9 mg/kg (maximum of 90 mg) infused over 60
minutes
2. 10% of the total dose administered as an initial IV
bolus over 1 minute
37. • 5% of ischemic strokes undergo hemorrhagic conversion
• In the US, 20% of individuals die within one year after a
first-time stroke
• In stroke survivors from the Framingham Heart Study:
• 31% needed help caring for themselves
• 20% needed help when walking
• 71% had impaired vocational capacity
Prognosis
Transient Ischemic Attack
The clinical symptoms of TIA typically last less than an hour, but prolonged episodes can occur. While the classical definition of TIA included symptoms lasting as long as 24 hours, advances in neuroimaging have suggested that many such cases represent minor strokes with resolved symptoms rather than true TIAs.
The AHA/ASA-endorsed definition of TIA is as follows: Transient ischemic attack (TIA) is a transient episode of neurological dysfunction caused by focal brain, spinal cord, or retinal ischemia, without acute infarction
(Prior literature indicated that only 8-18% of strokes are hemorrhagic, but a retrospective review from a stroke center found that 40.9% of 757 strokes included in the study were hemorrhagic.[1] )
Cardioembolic: may account for up to 20% of acute strokes and have been reported to have the highest 1-month mortality.
Hemorrhagic, Ischemic
Hemorrhagic conversion
Regions of the brain with CBF lower than 10 mL/100g of tissue/min are referred to collectively as the core, and these cells are presumed to die within minutes of stroke onset.
Zones of decreased or marginal perfusion (CBF < 25 mL/100g of tissue/min) are collectively called the ischemic penumbra. Tissue in the penumbra can remain viable for several hours because of marginal tissue perfusion
Thomas Willis - described circle of Willis in 1664, Mellitus, of DM is attributed to him as well. Also was first to describe the cranial nerves, in the current order.
Patients with a score above 22 are considered high risk for hemorrhagic conversion due to the probability of a large infarcted area.
Patients with a score less than 4 have only minor neurologic deficits, for which thrombolytic therapy is not indicated.