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MENINGIOMA COOL (PATHOPHYSIOLOGY (They often show no symtoms, They are…
MENINGIOMA
DEFINITION
It is a tumor that forms on membrane that cover the brain and spinal cord just inside the skull
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
They often show no symtoms
They are common types of tumor that grow on CNS
They usually grow slow
They are more common on females than on males
The tumor forms on the meninges
They can also spreed to other parts of the body
CLINICAL MANIFESTATIONS
Seizures
Blurred vision
Headache
Weakness in arms or legs
Numbness
Speech problems
CAUSES
Exposure to radiation
Genetic disorders
Neurofibromatosis
Previous injury
Skull fractures
DIAGNOSTIC STUDY
Blood test
Biopsy
MRI
Physical examination
CT scan
HEALTH EDUCATION
lifestyle modification
Eat balance diet
Always maintain comfortable position
Excises regular
Educate patient and family about medication
DIET
Eat plenty of green leafy vegetables
Avoid carbohydrates
Avoid food high in fats
Eat fruits
Drink plenty of water
PHARMACOLOGY
Chemotherapy
Cancer Treatment
Surgery
Antibiotic
Radiotherapy
NURSING CARE PLAN
Nurses Diagnosis
Anxiety
Encourage more visits
Educate patient and client about diagnose
Allow expression of concerns
Risk for injury
Asses change in vision
Maintain position of comfort
Asses vital signs
Acute pain
Asses Duration of pain
Use pain assessment tools
Administer Analgesic
Apply cool compress to reduce temperatures
Evaluation
Patient will be more verbal
Reduced pain
Patient will appear relaxed
REFERENCES
https://wwwzapmeta.ws.com
https://www.webmd.com
