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Head Injury - Coggle Diagram
Head Injury
Medical interventions
avoid narcotics
increase fluids when taking medication
change positions slowly
Patient education
educate patient on slowly changing position
educate patients on breathing techniques
educate the patient on importance of resting
Medication
diuretics
anticonvusulants
stimulants
Nursing interventions
monitor patient for fall risk
monitor patient pain level
encouraging resting
Pathophysiology
object that makes contact but doesn't break the skulll
this injury can be open or closed
minor or major injuries to the head
Important assessts
assess patient PERRLA
Assess patient hydration
assess patient level of consciousness