Intra-Cranial Pressure: Concepts and Management

The basics of ICP pathophysiology and management

The lecture duration is 53min.

1 CPD Point, 1 CEU, 1 CME credit approval pending.
Accredited by CPDUK, CBRN and Provider Pending.

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Susan Yeager
Lead Neurocritical Care Nurse Practitioner at The Ohio State University, USA
Lecture Summary

Practical evaluation and evidence-based management techniques for increased intracranial hypertension will be the focus of this lecture. Whether the neurologic system strikes fear in your heart or if you would describe yourself as a "neuro-nerd", this lecture will have something for you! Pathophysiology of cerebral oedema will lay the foundation for why increased intracranial pressure might occur. Building upon that groundwork, herniation syndromes and exam findings will be reviewed, along with non-invasive exam techniques/technology which will enable early, bedside identification of increased intracranial pressure. Moving beyond a basic neurologic exam, advanced brain pressure, perfusion, and oxygenation technology will be described along with a review of guidelines to indicate the application of device implementation. With examination strategies reviewed, evidence-based practice guidelines will be utilised to support tier 1-5 intervention/management strategies. This information-filled lecture will leave the learner with the knowledge that can be applied at the beside or support protocol development to enhance care outcomes in the malignant intracranial hypertensive patient.

Target Audience

Critical Care Nurses
Trainee Critical Care Doctors
Doctors and Nurses in Emergency Medicine

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this activity, you should be able to:

  • Review the pathophysiology of intracranial hypertension
  • Discuss non-invasive and invasive monitoring strategies for increased ICP
  • Discuss nursing strategies to minimise intracranial hypertension
  • Discuss the latest guidelines for pharmacologic management of intracranial hypertension

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