Ischemic Stroke Case Study PDF

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This document details a case study of an ischemic stroke. It includes information about the patient's symptoms, causes, and management. The case study notes the patient's data, along with the physical assistant's vital signs and other details.

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ISCHEMIC STROKE code stroke 1- identify the side of the struck. 2-call the physicians. 3-vital signs....

ISCHEMIC STROKE code stroke 1- identify the side of the struck. 2-call the physicians. 3-vital signs. 4-incert 2 cannula. 5- immediately CT brain. 15 m Data physical assistant Vital signs HR:75 /BP:200-180 Female 58 years admitted RR:22 / SPO:92 ECG to ER with left arm T inversion but no chest pain weakness ,left facial drop VBG and dysarthria ph:7,43 /pco2:48 /hco3:31 combainted R /M alkalosis past history (DM/HTN) CT brain ischemic in large vessels occlusion RBS 520 Ischemic Stroke An ischemic stroke is a life-threatening medical condition that happens when there’s a lack of blood flow to a part of your brain. These usually happen because of blood clots, but they can also happen for other reasons. symptoms causes Thrombosis One-sided weakness or paralysis. Aphasia (difficulty with or loss of speaking ability). Alcohol use dysarthria loss of consciousness High blood pressure nausea and vomiting High cholesterol neck stiffness loss of muscle control on one side of face or facial droop. Diabetes Smoking Management & Treatment Thrombolytic drugs My patient Endovascular mechanical Thrombolytic therapy (Actilyse 70mg TPA)7 thrombectomy mg by bolas and 62 mg by infusion pump. Blood sugar management Sympathomimetic(Norepinephrin 0.05 Blood pressures management mcg). Oxygen Insulin 10 U IV. Stroke rehabilitation Referral to ICU. speech therapy physical therapy Nadya omar

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