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Neurological Conditions Overview
Peripheral Neuropathy
Damage to peripheral nervous system causing motor, sensory, and autonomic
manifestations


Risk Factors of Peripheral Neuropathy
Includes Leprosy, Diabetes Mellitus, obesity, smoking, and peripheral artery
disease

Stroke Pathophysiology
Disrupted blood flow to the brain leading to cell death, either from lack of
oxygen (ischemic) or increased pressure (hemorrhagic)


FAST Recognition for Stroke
F: Face drooping, A: Arm weakness, S: Speech difficulty, T: Time to call 911


Parkinson's Disease Causes
Primarily hereditary with potential environmental factors, gradual loss of cells
in the substantia nigra


Nutritional Needs in Parkinson's Disease
Emphasize fresh fruits, veggies, lean protein, whole grains, and hydration


Primary Headaches
Include migraines, cluster headaches, and tension-type headaches


Secondary Headaches
Result from underlying health problems like trauma, infection, or vascular
disorders


Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

, Temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain, resolves without residual
neurological manifestations


Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)
Average arterial pressure throughout one cardiac cycle, systole and diastole


MAP
Mean Arterial Pressure formula: DP + 1/3(SP - DP)


Intracranial Pressure
Pressure increase in the cranium from lesions, tumors, or fluid accumulation


Brain Tumor
Abnormal growth in the brain, classified by cell or tissue origin


Secondary Brain Tumor
Occurs above the tentorium cerebelli (supratentorial) or below (infratentorial)


ICP Assessment Signs/Symptoms
Includes dysarthria, visual changes, memory loss, and vomiting


Brain Tumor Diagnosis
Involves CT scan, MRI, PET, and angiography


ICP Monitoring
Includes ventriculostomy and cerebral oxygenation monitor


Cushing's Triad
Signs of increased ICP: high systolic BP, widened pulse pressure, decreased
pulse

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