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HYDROCEPHALUS (Clinical manifestation ((Mental confusion, Delayed…
HYDROCEPHALUS
Clinical manifestation
Mental confusion
Delayed development
Memory loss
Problem with coordition
Enlargement of head
Intsability
Bulging soft spot on a baby head
Abnormality walking
Causes
Craniofacial anomalies
Benign intracranial cyst
Congenital CNS infection
Aqueduct obstruction
Defination
Excess fluid in the brain
Pharmalogical management
Shunt
Pathophysiology
Increased accumulation
Dilatation of ventricles
Obstruction flow through ventricular system
Compress brain against cranium
Impaired absorption
Nursing management
Elevate the head of bed
Observe child for abdominal distension
Administer pescribed medication
Maintain intake output chart
Assess for signs of increased ICP