ANTIEPILEPTIC DRUGS AND MORE

Updated 5/26

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Scenario : Celeste is a 32 year old female, who is
pregnant for the first time. She is preeclamptic and
 is receiving a Magnesium Sulfate infusion. 

Her assessment shows she is hard to arouse.

Learn more, by clicking on the link :
Preeclampsia

What is PROM ( Premature Rupture of Membranes) 

This condition which typically occurs in the third trimester of
pregnancy, is also called " water breaking". The amniotic sac
which contains the baby, may rupture prematurely and amniotic 
fluid leaks out of the vagina. 

Scenario:  Mrs. S is a 28 year old who is in her second trimester of pregnancy.
She woke up feeling very tired. In addition, she noticed lower back pain and
mild abdominal cramps. She notified her doctor and was advised to go to the 
ER for further evaluation.

Learn more by clicking on the link:
Preterm labor

What is glioblastoma?

Gliobalstoma multiforme is a tumor. It can 
be treated through chemotherapy drugs like
Temozolmide (Temodar).

Side effects include: seizures, nausea, vomiting,
flu symptoms, and weight/hair loss.

Learn more by clicking on the link:

The New Nurse - Brain and spinal tumor

Learn more about: Multiple sclerosis

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The New Nurse - Chemo and Radiation

In the image above, there are people taking a stroll
in the park. Although no one stops to think about 
each action that is taken, muscles, bones and joint
are at work.

The human body is made up of muscles, bones and 
joints of different sizes. Bones and joints have very
important work to do. They work in unity, to provide
support for the body, as well as protecting vital 
organs.

Learn more about: Muscles, bones and joints