WHAT IF PATIENT HAS A BLEED INTO THE BRAIN?

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Updated 10/24

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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.