NEUROLOGY
HEMIPARESIS
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Question
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The nurse is caring for a patient in the emergency department with a diagnosed epidural hematoma. What procedure will the nurse prepare the patient for?
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Hypophysectomy
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Insertion of Crutchfield tongs
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Burr holes
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Application of Halo traction
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Epidural hematoma is most often caused by rupture of the middle meningeal artery secondary to head trauma with fracture of the temporal bone.
Detailed explanation-2: -If a rapid size increase is noted and/or if the patient develops anisocoria or a neurologic deficit, surgery is indicated. Middle meningeal artery embolization has been described in the early stages of EDH, especially when angiographic dye extravasation has been observed.
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