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Migraine is a common, chronic disorder that often manifests in childhood. This article discusses the prevalence, diagnosis, and clinical management of uncommon subtypes of migraine with aura, including hemiplegic migraine, retinal migraine, and abdominal migraine.
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Migraine with Aura/nursing , Humans , Migraine with Aura/epidemiology , Nursing Diagnosis , PrevalenceABSTRACT
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a rapidly progressive neurodegenerative disease that is always fatal, although treatment can help slow disease progression. This article discusses the etiology and pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and clinical management of ALS, with special nursing considerations to help patients at the end of life.
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/nursing , Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/etiology , Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis/physiopathology , Humans , Nursing Diagnosis , Terminal CareABSTRACT
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is defined as storage of excess fat in the liver not caused by heavy alcohol consumption. Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis is the severe form of NAFLD. This article discusses causes, diagnosis, and nursing interventions for patients with either disorder.
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Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease/nursing , Humans , Metabolic Syndrome , Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease/etiology , Nursing Assessment , Nursing Diagnosis , Patient Education as Topic , Risk Factors , Severity of Illness IndexABSTRACT
Parkinson disease (PD) is a progressive, incurable disease caused by dopamine deficiency. This article provides an overview of this neurodegenerative disorder and offers information for optimal outcomes.
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Parkinson Disease/nursing , Humans , Nursing Diagnosis , Parkinson Disease/physiopathology , Patient Education as TopicABSTRACT
Migraine is a chronic episodic disorder typically characterized by a debilitating headache. This article offers tools to identify potential triggers and prevent or reduce the occurrence of attacks.
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Migraine Disorders , Adult , Humans , Migraine Disorders/epidemiology , Migraine Disorders/genetics , Migraine Disorders/nursing , Migraine Disorders/physiopathology , Nursing Assessment , Nursing Diagnosis , Patient Education as Topic , Risk FactorsABSTRACT
Acquired autoimmune thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP)-the most common form of TTP-is a life-threatening hematologic disease characterized by hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia. Acquired autoimmune TTP can cause signs and symptoms of neurologic and other organ involvement, with mortality approaching 90% if the disease is not promptly recognized and treated. Since the introduction of plasma exchange in 1991, the acquired autoimmune TTP survival rate has increased to 78%.
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Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic , Humans , Nursing Diagnosis , Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic/epidemiology , Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic/etiology , Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic/nursing , Purpura, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic/physiopathology , Survival Rate/trends , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
A ventriculoperitoneal shunt (VPS) is the most common type of implanted cerebrospinal fluid shunt system. Nurses may care for patients who have undergone shunt placement or revision. This article discusses the indications for VPS placement in adults, possible complications, and nursing care for patients following a shunt placement procedure.
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Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt/nursing , Adult , Cerebrospinal Fluid/physiology , Humans , Patient Discharge , Patient Education as Topic , Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt/adverse effectsSubject(s)
Hernia, Inguinal , Aged , Female , Hernia, Inguinal/diagnosis , Hernia, Inguinal/nursing , Hernia, Inguinal/physiopathology , Hernia, Inguinal/therapy , Humans , Male , Middle Aged , Perioperative Nursing , Postoperative Care/nursing , Postoperative Complications/etiology , Risk Factors , Surgical Mesh/adverse effectsSubject(s)
Anemia, Sickle Cell , Acute Chest Syndrome/diagnosis , Acute Chest Syndrome/etiology , Anemia, Sickle Cell/complications , Anemia, Sickle Cell/epidemiology , Anemia, Sickle Cell/physiopathology , Anemia, Sickle Cell/therapy , Arterial Occlusive Diseases/etiology , Global Health/statistics & numerical data , Humans , Nursing Assessment , Patient Education as Topic , Prevalence , Sickle Cell Trait , Stroke/etiology , Stroke/prevention & controlABSTRACT
Rare, transmissible, and rapidly progressive, Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is an ultimately fatal central nervous system infection caused by accumulation of abnormally shaped prion proteins in neurons (see Understanding prion proteins). Although categorized as an infection, CJD doesn't lead to the immune system or inflammatory response typical of most infectious diseases. This article discusses the pathophysiology and diagnosis of this terminal illness and nursing care for patients with suspected or confirmed CJD.
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Creutzfeldt-Jakob Syndrome/nursing , Clinical Competence , Creutzfeldt-Jakob Syndrome/diagnosis , Creutzfeldt-Jakob Syndrome/physiopathology , Humans , Nursing DiagnosisABSTRACT
Following standard weaning protocols, including sedation interruptions and spontaneous breathing trials, Mrs. W is successfully weaned from the mechanical ventilator and extubated on day 5 of hospitalization. Mrs. W is also weaned off of the PCA and achieves acceptable pain control with oral analgesic agents. Following education about the importance of nutrition, hydration, deep breathing, and aggressive mobility, she's discharged to a rehabilitation facility on day 8. She remains at this facility for 2 weeks, where she continues to be educated on using analgesics for pain control and mobilizing safely at home.
