epilepsy
defination
epilepsy is a term used to describe the condition that is characterized by recurring spontaneous convulsions of unknown causes
causes
- trauma such as birth injuries
- congenital defeats of the CNS
- inborn errors of metabolism
- infections such as meningitis
- hyperpyrexia
- brain turmors
- vascular lessions such arteriovenous anomalies
- acidosis, hypoxia and electrolyte imbalance
pathophysiology
in epilepsy a spotaneous electrical discharge occurs from a group of neurons, refers to as seizure focus
signs and symptoms
- loss of awareness,
- staring or blinking
- muscle spasms
- repetitive movements
- rolling eyes
- rhythmic jerking
nursing care plan
nursing diagnosis
nursing interventions
problem
expected outcome
loss of consciousness
anxiety
confusion
knowledge deficit about the condition leading to the patient having enxiety
altered mental status related to confusion
nurse the patient in a cot bed because the patient might fall due to confusion
health educate the patient about the disease and the management to help the patient understand the disease
nurse the patient in supine position with head lifted at 30 degrees or in low fowlers position
patient to be oriantated in time, place and person
patient understands the condition and the process