'Skull fractures' presentation slideshows

Introduction (1 of 2)

Introduction (1 of 2). The nervous system is a complex network of nerve cells that enables all parts of the body to function. It includes: Brain Spinal cord Several billion nerve fibers. Introduction (2 of 2). The nervous system is well protected. The brain is protected by the skull.

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Traumatic Brain Injury & Brain Tumors Fall 2011

Traumatic Brain Injury & Brain Tumors Fall 2011. John Nation, RN, MSN Adapted from the notes of Marnie Quick, RN, MSN and Charlene Morris, RN, MSN. The Brain. Brain A & P. Three major components- Cerebrum Right and left hemispheres Four lobes- frontal, temporal, parietal, and occipital

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Brain Injury

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Traumatic Brain Injury

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The Central Nervous System

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Chapter 11

Chapter 11. Neurologic Emergencies. Lesson Objectives . List the components of the nervous system. Assess and manage an unresponsive victim. Assess and manage a responsive victim. Assess and manage head injuries, including concussions; severe, diffuse brain injuries; and skull fractures.

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Brain Imaging

Brain Imaging. RTEC 255. Brain Stem. Skull fractures with rupture of the meningeal arteries can cause epidural hematoma. Brain trauma with rupture of the meningeal veins (subdural space) can cause subdural hematoma. Falx Cerebelli separates the two cerebellar hemispheres.

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HEAD INJURIES

HEAD INJURIES. Forensic Pathology. RAISED INTRACRANIAL PRESSURE. Compensatory Mechanisms: ----Displacement of blood ----Displacement of CSF ----Loss of Brain Tissue. RAISED INTRACRANIAL PRESSURE. EFFECTS: -Compression of Brain -Stretching of IIIrd nerve

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Pediatric Trauma- Skills Lab

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Diagnostic Evaluation in Child Abuse

Diagnostic Evaluation in Child Abuse. Robert Benowicz, MS4 OHSU. Introduction. Definitions/Epidemiology Clinical Manifestations Skeletal Trauma Soft Tissue/Visceral Trauma Head Trauma Diagnostic Evaluation Management/Psychosocial Considerations. Definitions.

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Head injuries

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Head Injuries

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Cerebrum

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Head Trauma

Head Trauma. Dr. Roberts. Epidemiology. 1.1 million annual ED visits Highest < 5 yo & >85 yo 80% minor head trauma (GCS 14-15) 10% moderate (GCS 9-13) & 10% severe (8 & below) 200,000 deaths, most under 25 yo & 40% firearm related & 34% MVC. Anatomy.

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Chapter 45: Nursing Management: Patients With Neurologic Trauma

Chapter 45: Nursing Management: Patients With Neurologic Trauma. Head Injuries. The most common cause of death from trauma in the United States. Primary injury is the initial damage to the brain.

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Bone fractures

Bone fractures. A service provided to medicine by. Kind of fractures (1). Oblique. Comminuted. Spiral. Compound. Kind of fractures (2). Greenstick. Segmental. Transverse. Kind of fractures (3). Closed fracture. Open fracture. Ankle fractures. Fracture of femur. Rib fractures.

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Head and Face Injuries

Anatomy and Select Facial Injuries. Head and Face Injuries. 1. Diving Example http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5RqhiGdP0c Ice Hockey Example http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIVAUo1CL2g&feature=PlayList&p=29D8DEB14BDCC1D6&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=25.

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Be Smart! Be Safe! Be Seen!

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FRACTURES AND SOFT TISSUE INJURIES

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