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Brain tumors, Removal of tumor is done via a craniotomy. Prophylactic…
Brain tumors
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Nursing management
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Steroids can be prescribed concomitantly to reduce inflammation. Dexamethasone is given to prevent cerebral oedema.
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Definition
Are space occupying lesions within the cranial cavity, taking up space that should be occupied by the normal cranial contents and thus raise the intracranial pressure.
Removal of tumor is done via a craniotomy. Prophylactic anti-convulsants are prescribed postoperatively.