WHAT IF PATIENT HAS A BLEED INTO THE BRAIN?

Updated 6 /25

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IF YOUR PATIENT HAS A BLEED, HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL HINTS:
- follow MD orders.
- closely monitor neuro status and document findings
- monitor for possible seizure activity.
- monitor vital signs and oxygen saturation. 
- medicate for pain and document results. Encourage patient to rest ,
  as this will decrease the need for lots of pain medication. Too much
  pain medication may mask any changes in neurological status.

It is important to educate family members about the need for rest ,
 as this will decrease the need for too much pain medication.
 A decrease in stimulation, helps.

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