Cranial Nerves
What is cranial nerve I?
Olfactory
Eyes - check for vision loss
What neurotransmitters are disrupted in Parkinson's disease?
Dopamine and acetylcholine
What is a priority nursing intervention after a patient is diagnosed with bacterial meningitis?
Start IV antibiotics promptly
Inflammation of the meninges
Meningitis
What is cranial nerve V?
Trigeminal
What does the F in BEFAST stand for?
Face - look for an uneven smile
Which medication should be avoided with alcohol and patients with glaucoma?
Anticholinergics
What is a priority nursing intervention if you suspect a patient has increased ICP?
Elevate HOB 30 degrees
A sudden disruption of blood flow in the brain
Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke)
What cranial nerve is X?
Vagus
What does the B in BEFAST stand for?
Balance - watch for sudden loss of balance
What is the main priority when administering medication for Parkinson's Disease?
Administer medications around the same time each day
What is a priority nursing intervention while someone is having a seizure?
Turn onto side lying to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration
Chronic autoimmune disease of the CNS characterized by inflammation, demyelination, and axonal degeneration
Multiple Sclerosis
Which cranial nerve controls pupil constriction and raising of eyelids?
CN III (Oculomotor)
What does the A in BEFAST stand for?
Arm - listen for slurred speech
What medication is commonly administered for Parkinson's disease?
Levodopa/Carbidopa
What is a priority nursing intervention to help someone who is in stage 4 of Parkinson's Disease?
Assist with walking and ADLs
A group of genetic disorders causing progressive skeletal muscle weakness and degeneration
Muscular Dystrophy
Which cranial nerve controls flexion and rotation of the head and shrugging shoulders?
What does the T in BEFAST stand for?
Time - call 911 right away
What surgical treatment is used for lesion creation in the brain to control symptoms of Parkinson's Disease?
Pallidotomy
What is a priority nursing intervention for someone you suspect is having a cholinergic crisis?
Stop anticholinesterase medication
Toxic protein forms clumps inside neurons especially in basal ganglia (controls movements) and cerebral cortex (cognitive, emotion)
Huntington's Disease