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AREAS TO BE
ASSESSED
Skull
Scalp
&
Hair
METHODS
OF
ASSESSMEN
T
NORMAL
FINDINGS
Rounded
(normocephal
ic and
symmetric,
Inspection
with frontal,
(Size, shape,
parietal, and
symmetry and
occipital
deformities)
prominences)
; smooth
skull contour;
no
deformities
White scalp,
no lice, no
Inspection
dandruff, no
(Color, lesions, lesions, hair
hair
evenly
distribution and distributed,
consistency)
thick, shiny,
free from
split ends
HEAD
Inspection
(Shape, texture,
symmetry of
movements,
facial
expressions,
edema and
hollowness)
Oval, square
or round in
shape,
symmetrical
facial
movements,
smooth, free
from
wrinkles, no
involuntary
movements,
and facial
expression
depends on
mood.
Symmetric
nasolobial
folds. No
signs of
edema and
hollowness.
Eyebrows
Inspection
(hair
distribution,
alignment, and
skin quality
and movement)
Hair evenly
distributed;
skin intact.
Eyebrows
symmetricall
y aligned;
equal
movement.
Eyelashes
Inspection
(Evenness of
distribution and
direction of
curl)
Equally
distributed;
curled
slightly
outward.
Inspection
(Surface
characteristics,
position in
Skin intact;
no discharge;
no
Face
ACTUAL
FINDINGS
Rounded and
smooth skull
contour. No
deformities.
White scalp,
no lice, no
dandruff, no
lesions, hair
evenly
distributed,
thick, shiny,
free from split
ends
Round in
shape,
symmetrical
facial
movements,
free from
wrinkles on
forehead and
outer canthus
of the eyes, no
involuntary
movements,
and facial
expression
depends on
mood and
situation.
Symmetric
nasolobial
folds. No
signs of edema
and
hollowness.
Evenly
distributed
hair; skin is
intact without
lesions.
Eyebrows
symmetrically
aligned;
moves equally
Eyelashes are
equally
distributed and
are curled
slightly
outward.
Eyelids have
intact skin; No
discoloration
and discharge
INTERPRETA
TION
Normal skull
on inspection
Normal
Findings
Normal
findings.
Normal
eyebrows.
Normal
eyelashes.
REVIEW OF RECORDS
1. Medical plan of care
To ensure and confirm diagnosis, series of diagnostic tests and laboratory exams
should be done to the patient that will verify the diagnosis:
A. Clients health history health history of the client may reveal past or recent illness
B. Physical examination to assess present health condition of the client as well as the
signs and symptoms present to him
C. Blood Chemistry- to measure different chemicals in the blood
D. Urinalysis- to assess the effects of CVD on renal function and the existence of
concurrent renal or systemic diseases
E. Tumor Markers- making a diagnosis of cancer or of a specific type of cancer
F. ECG- graphical recording of the electrical activities of the heart
To ensure condition, progress and response to treatment, continuous monitoring of
the patient is required:
Monitor vital signs and record every four hours. This is done to be able to evaluate
the bodys response to treatment.
Monitoring fluid intake and urinary output every shift and record to be able to
evaluate kidney function based on the amount of his daily intake of fluids, through
oral means and intravenous fluid administration and urinary output.
To maintain adequate nutrition and hydration:
IVF of PNSS 1L x 30 gtts/min- to replace fluid and electrolyte loss
Side drip of PNSS 1L x KVO and D5W 500 cc + 4 ampules of dopamine to replace
fluid and electrolyte loss
Diet as tolerated
Pharmacologic treatment:
Dexamethasone 5mg IV q8
Ranitidine 50mg IV q8
Cloxacillin 1g IV ANST(-) 1 hour prior to OR
Gentamycin 80mg IV 1 hour prior to OR
Tramadol 50 mg IV q8
Mannitol 100cc IV q6
To prevent spread of infection and further complications:
Wash hands before and after assessing the patient and after each procedure
Wear mask and gloves in every procedure that is needed to be done
Practice aseptic technique in every procedure to prevent infection
Encourage hygiene to prevent growth of microorganisms
To prevent recurrence of the disease:
Compliance of medications as prescribed by the physician
Always keep the clients back dry
To prevent further injury:
LABORATORY RESULTS
A. Blood Chemistry
Date
Examinatio Norma
Unit
Performe
n
l Value
Examinatio
Norma Unit
Result
d
n
l Value
4,
October 4,
BUN
2.60- October
mmol/
2010
2010
6.4
L
WBC
5L
19.76
9
10x10
Nursing
Responsibilitie
s
Significance
Nursing Responsibilities
6.2 N
It is measuring the nitrogen portion of the urea, is
Explain the
2
used as glomerular function and production and
need for this
It serves excretion
as a usual
guide
therate
severity
of BUN
the The
or the clients
of the
urea.toThe
at which
rises client
is procedure
to
disease. Thus
identifies
a
certain
person
with
significant
other
should
influenced by degree of tissue necrosis, protein
client.tell the
increase susceptibility
to the
infection.
be informed
of no the
catabolism and
rate at which the kidneys excrete
client that
reasons
the
specimen
urea nitrogen.
fasting is was
it is to be
needed.
Createnine 53-115 umol/L 102 N It signifies Impaired renal function. Creatinineordered,
is the how
collected,
the
equipment
Monocytesby-product
Monocyte
0.020%
0.109
have several
roles
in
the
immune
system
in the breakdown of muscle creatinine
thepressure
stinging
0.090
and this includes:
replenish
Apply
phosphate
resulting from energy metabolism.needed,
It is and
sensation
that
may
be felt.
resident macrophages
and
dendritic
cells
under
or a pressure
produced at a constant rate depending on muscle
There
no to the
fluid
normal states,
in response
to is
inflammation
dressing
mass and
of the
person and
removed from the body
by are
restrictions
before
signals, monocytes
can
move
quickly
(approx.
8-12
site to prevent
the kidneys. A disorder in kidney function reduces
collection
the
hours) to sites
of
infection
in
the
tissues
and
excretion of creatinine, resulting in increased levels furtherof
specimen.
divide/differentiate
into
macrophages
and
dendritic
of blood creatinine. It is a more specific and sensitive bleeding.
cells to elicit anindicator
immuneof
response..
kidney disease than the BUN
Label
the
obtained
Sodium
136mmol/ 140 N Sodium maintains the osmotic pressure and acid-base Observe the site
specimen for
and
secure
bleeding. it
145
L
balance and to transmit nerve impulses. Sodium
properly
concentration is under control of the kidneys and the
central nervous system acting through the endocrine
Apply pressure or a
system.
pressure dressing to the
Potassium
3.50mmol/ 3.5 N Potassium level evaluates changes in body potassium
venipuncture
site
to
5.10
L
and is helpful in diagnosing disorders of acid-base
prevent further bleeding.
and water balance in the body. It is not an absolute
Observe the site for
value and varies with the circulatory volume and
bleeding.
other factors such as taking diuretics.
In hypertension, the aldosterone level increases thus
Provide safety to the
resulting to water and sodium retention wherein the
client
potassium in our body is secreted that may result to
hypokalemia.
B. Metabolic profile
C. Urinalysis
Result
Significance
Date
Performe
d
Examinatio
n
Norma
l Value
Color
Pale
Yellow
to
Amber
Result
Interpretatio
n
Appearance
Clear
Clear
Normal Result
Ph
4 6.8
Normal Result
August 17,
2010
Significance
Nursing Responsibilities
Specific
Gravity
1.005
1.030
1.020
Normal Result
Assessment
With foleycatheter
With IV
Will be
undergoing an
invasive
procedure
(craniotomy)
Evaluation
Goals are met:
The vital signs
of the patient
remained on
normal
baseline
The incision
remain free
from signs
and symptoms
from infection
Dehiscence is
prevented
c. Avoid
dehiscence
from
occurring
Surgical hand
scrub minimizes
number of
microorganisms
on skin. Sterile
gown and gloves
protect against
contamination
sterile drapes
create sterile
field
All items used
within field must
be sterile or field
will become
contaminated.
To avoid
contamination
Air turbulence
caused by
movement and
mixing of
corridor air with
room air can
sharply increase
bacterial counts
in operating
room
Maintain room
temperature and relative
humidity, unless
contraindicated
Wash hands following
contact with patient or
any object contaminated
with blood or body
fluids
Disinfect and sterilize all
instruments and
equipments before and
immediately after
surgical procedure
Dependent
Perform preoperative
skin preparation of
surgical site (done by the
surgeon)
Administer antibiotic as
ordered
Skin preparation
reduces resident
microbial count
to subpathogenic
amounts and
inhibits rapid
rebound growth
of microbes
Classification
helps to assess
risk of wound
infection from an
endogenous
source and
determine need
for antibiotic
therapy
Intraoperative
administrations
of antibiotic can
decrease
incidence of
wound infection
and lessen its
severity
To avoid wound
contamination
and subsequent
infection
Cues
with copious
amount of
whitish
secretions
sedated
ineffective
cough
difficulty
vocalizing
nasal flaring
prolonged
expiration
phase
pursed lip
breathing
shortness of
breath
Evaluation
Goals are met if
the patient will:
cough
effectively
expectorate
sputum
no
adventitious
breath
sounds
have patent
airway
have normal
ABG
understand
health
teaching
demonstrate
controlled
need for
adequate
hydration,
sputum monitor
and taking
medications as
ordered
h. demonstrate
controlled
coughing
technique
These steps
involve patient in
own health care
To stimulate
cough and clear
airways
To enhance
mobilization of
secretions that
interfere with
oxygenation
Cues
with copious
amount of
whitish
secretions
sedated
ineffective
coughing
technique
Evaluation
Goals are met if
the patient will:
normal RR
normal ABG
report
feeling
cough
difficulty
vocalizing
nasal flaring
prolonged
expiration
phase
pursed lip
breathing
shortness of
breath
c. report feeling
comfortable
when breathing
d. report feeling
rested
e. demonstrate
diaphragmatic
pursed-lip
breathing
f. achieve
maximum lung
expansion with
adequate
ventilation
To detect
decreased or
adventitious
breath sounds
To promote
comfort, chest
expansion and
ventilation of
basilar lung fields
These measures
allow patient to
participate in
maintaining
health status and
improve
ventilation
comfortable
when
breathing
report
feeling
rested
demonstrate
d
diaphragmat
ic pursed-lip
breathing
achieved
maximum
lung
expansion
with
adequate
ventilation
Irregular periods
Delayed puberty
Fatigue
Dry skin
Constipation
An increase in Prolactin levels, which can cause a milky discharge from the nipples (in
both men and women).
2. Pressure on the nerves that control vision can cause loss of peripheral (side) vision, which
may be noticed especially when driving
3. Involvement of the hypothalamus, an area at the base of the brain, may result in weight
gain, drowsiness, problems with temperature regulation, mood changes and depression or
passing large quantities of urine leading to problems with water balance (a condition
called Diabetes Insipidus).
4. Other symptoms can develop for a variety of reasons and may include personality
changes, headache, confusion, nausea and vomiting.
What happens if a craniopharyngioma is suspected?
Several specialists may need to be involved in planning investigations and supervising treatment.
1.
An Endocrinologist usually assesses the patient first and arranges tests to help make the
diagnosis.
2.
Most people will need an operation. This is done by a Neurosurgeon and can be
performed at Ninewells Hospital.
3.
5. MRI scans are used to obtain a picture of the tumour and can tell the extent of the tumour
and whether it is invading or pressing on the surrounding brain. Most
craniopharyngiomas contain fluid and many also contain some calcium (like bones). This
means that they have a unique appearance on a scan that helps to distinguish them from
other pituitary tumours. There is often a waiting list for an MRI scan.
What type of operation is needed?
The surgeon will attempt to remove most or all of the tumour and preserve as much of the
normal tissue in the pituitary and surrounding brain. The type of operation that is needed will
depend on the exact location of the tumour.
If the tumour is mainly confined to the area of the pituitary gland, a trans-sphenoidal
operation (through the nose and sinuses) is often used.
If the tumor is not in this region, the surgeon may need to make an opening in the skull
(called a craniotomy) to allow access to the tumour.
Following surgery, tests are needed to determine if the pituitary gland is functioning normally. If
it is not, then hormones that are lacking need to be replaced in tablet form.
Why is radiation treatment necessary?
Sometimes it is not possible to completely remove the tumour. If this happens, radiation
treatment may be recommended. The aim of radiation treatment is similar to surgery i.e. to
destroy the tumour and preserve or improve pituitary function and vision. Radiation is also given
to prevent a tumour regrowing.
Hormone deficiencies can develop many years after radiation treatment has finished. For this
reason, all people who have undergone radiation treatment should be reassessed by an
Endocrinologist. Initially this will happen every few months but later once or twice a year can
suffice.
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
Craniopharyngiomas are dysontogenic tumors with benign histology and malignant
behavior, as they have a tendency to invade surrounding structures and recur after what was
thought to be total resection. Craniopharyngioma usually presents as a single large cyst or
multiple cysts filled with a turbid, proteinaceous material of brownish-yellow color that glitters
and sparkles because of a high content of floating cholesterol crystals. Because of its appearance,
it has been compared to machinery oil. It most frequently arises in the pituitary stalk and projects
into the hypothalamus. It extends horizontally along the path of least resistance in various
directionsanteriorly into the prechiasmatic cistern and subfrontal spaces; posteriorly into the
prepontine and interpeduncular cisterns, cerebellopontine angle, third ventricle, posterior fossa,
and foramen magnum; and laterally toward the subtemporal spaces. It can even reach the sylvian
fissure.
Vascular supply is dependent on different sources, usually all from the anterior
circulation. The anterior portion of the tumor is supplied by small perforators coming off A1 (ie,
anterior cerebral artery); lateral portions receive perforators from the proximal portion of the
posterior communicating artery; and the intrasellar part is supplied by branches of the
intracavernous meningohypophyseal arteries. Craniopharyngioma rarely is supplied with blood
coming from the posterior circulation, unless the anterior blood supply for the anterior
hypothalamus and floor of the third ventricle is lacking.
Tumor adhesion to surrounding vascular structures represents the most common cause of
incomplete tumor removal. Fusiform dilatations of large surrounding vessels have been reported
after attempts at radical dissection of the tumor capsule; they injure vasa vasorum, thereby
weakening the adventitia. Tumor adhesion is the result of local inflammation. Several
inflammatory cytokines have been shown to be elevated in the craniopharyngioma cyst fluid
when compared with CSF. IL-1alpha and TNF-alpha were significantly elevated but lower than
10-fold. IL-6 was greater than 50,000 times more concentrated in the cystic fluid than CSF.1 This
supports the hypothesis that biomodulation of the cytokine profile could lead to long periods of
stability and even tumor regression. IFN-alpha exerts diverse influences mainly on cytokine
antagonists and soluble adhesion molecules and has been shown to play a role in the treatment of
craniopharyngioma in some limited trials, both after systemic use and local, direct intracystic
use.
DRUGS STUDY
Drugs
Tramadol
Mannitol
Dose,
Route
and
Freque
ncy
D:50mg
R: IV
F: q8
D: 100
ccc
R: IV
F: q6
Classific
ation
Action/
Indication
Side
Effects
including trigeminal
neuralgia.
Nause
a and
vomiti
ng
Diarrh
ea
Bradyc
ardia
Hypot
ension
Cold
extrem
ities
Flushi
ng
Diuretic
Cloxacilli
n
Gentamyc
in
Cloxacillin is used
against staphylococci that
produce beta-lactamase,
due to its large R chain,
which does not allow
the beta-lactamases to
bind.
D: 1 g
R: IV
F: 1
hour
prior to
OR
Antibacte
rial
D: 80
mg
R: IV
F: 1
hour
prior to
OR
Antibacte
Gentamycin is
rial
an aminoglycoside antibiot
ic, used to treat many
types
of bacterial infections,
Nause
a and
vomiti
ng
Abdo
minal
pain
Nause
a and
vomiti
ng
Consti
pation
Nursing
Responsibilitie
s
1. Docume
nt
indicati
on for
therapy,
characte
ristics
and
signs
and
sympto
ms
1. Docum
ent
indicati
ons for
therapy,
characte
ristic of
sympto
ms and
outcom
e
2. Note
ECG,
VS and
cardiop
ulmonar
y
assessm
ent
3. Monitor
intake
and
output
4. Keep
log of
BP and
pulse
for
provide
r review
1. Docum
ent
indicati
on for
therapy,
characte
ristics
and
signs
and
sympto
ms
1. Docume
nt
indicati
on for
therapy,
characte
ristics
and
CRANIOPHARYNGIOMA
Submitted by:
Ma, Christina B. Talosig
BSN 4D
Group 9
Submitted to:
Mr. Nick I. Alfaro
Clinical Instructor