12 Questions
What are common signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in infants?
Bulging fontanel, poor sucking, vomiting
What is the main cause of acute bacterial meningitis described in the text?
Neisseria meningitidis
How should a child with a shunt be positioned post-operatively?
On the opposite side of surgery or on the back
What are maternal risk factors for bacterial meningitis in children?
Lack of immunization, anatomic defects, penetrating head trauma
What is a common symptom of bacterial meningitis in neonates?
Bulging fontanel
How often should the nurse assess head circumference in a child with a shunt?
Daily
What is a common sign of Hydrocephalus in infants to 2 years old?
Enlarging head size and bulging fontanels
What is a common symptom of Hydrocephalus in older children?
Projectile vomiting and headache
What is the purpose of a shunt in managing Hydrocephalus?
To drain accumulated cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
When is a third ventriculostomy performed in Hydrocephalus?
When there is a blockage of CSF flow within the brain
What are some common findings in the assessment of a child with Hydrocephalus?
Sunset eyes, poor feeding, and irritability
What type of medications are commonly used in the management of Hydrocephalus?
Diuretics and anticonvulsants
Learn about the assessment findings for children with Hydrocephalus based on age of onset and amount of cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. Symptoms include enlarging head size, bulging fontanels, downward eye rotation (sunset eyes), poor feeding, projectile vomiting, and more.
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