PP2 - Neuro (Exam 5) Questions With Complete Solutions
Abortive Medications for Headaches
- triptans
- NSAIDs
- antiemetics
nursing priorities for headaches
- Assess pain level and associated symptoms.
- Administer medications as prescribed.
- Educate patients on trigger avoidance and lifestyle
modifications.
Myasthenia Gravis
An autoimmune disorder where antibodies block or destroy
acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, leading to
muscle weakness.
manifestations of myasthenia gravis
- Ptosis (drooping eyelids)
- Diplopia (double vision)
- Weakness in limbs and respiratory muscles.
medical management for myasthenia gravis
- Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., pyridostigmine).
- Immunosuppressive therapy.
- Plasmapheresis or IV immunoglobulin during crises.
Nursing priorities for myasthenia gravis
, - Monitor respiratory function
- Administer medications on time
- Educate on energy conservation techniques
Myasthenic Crisis
Worsening of symptoms due to inadequate medication or
infection, requiring immediate medical attention.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
An acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, often
triggered by an infection.
manifestations of Guillian-Barré syndrome
- Ascending muscle weakness.
- Areflexia (absence of reflexes).
- Autonomic dysfunction (e.g., heart rate variability).
medical management for Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Plasmapheresis or IV immunoglobulin therapy
- Supportive care, including respiratory monitoring
nursing priorities for Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Monitor respiratory and cardiac status
- Provide pain management
- Assist with mobility and communication as needed
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Relapsing-Remitting
episodes of neurological symptoms followed by periods of
recovery
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): primary progressive
Abortive Medications for Headaches
- triptans
- NSAIDs
- antiemetics
nursing priorities for headaches
- Assess pain level and associated symptoms.
- Administer medications as prescribed.
- Educate patients on trigger avoidance and lifestyle
modifications.
Myasthenia Gravis
An autoimmune disorder where antibodies block or destroy
acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction, leading to
muscle weakness.
manifestations of myasthenia gravis
- Ptosis (drooping eyelids)
- Diplopia (double vision)
- Weakness in limbs and respiratory muscles.
medical management for myasthenia gravis
- Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (e.g., pyridostigmine).
- Immunosuppressive therapy.
- Plasmapheresis or IV immunoglobulin during crises.
Nursing priorities for myasthenia gravis
, - Monitor respiratory function
- Administer medications on time
- Educate on energy conservation techniques
Myasthenic Crisis
Worsening of symptoms due to inadequate medication or
infection, requiring immediate medical attention.
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS)
An acute inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, often
triggered by an infection.
manifestations of Guillian-Barré syndrome
- Ascending muscle weakness.
- Areflexia (absence of reflexes).
- Autonomic dysfunction (e.g., heart rate variability).
medical management for Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Plasmapheresis or IV immunoglobulin therapy
- Supportive care, including respiratory monitoring
nursing priorities for Guillain-Barré syndrome
- Monitor respiratory and cardiac status
- Provide pain management
- Assist with mobility and communication as needed
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Relapsing-Remitting
episodes of neurological symptoms followed by periods of
recovery
Multiple Sclerosis (MS): primary progressive
