Case Presentation
Case Presentation
Age: 14 years
Sex: Female
Cot no: 27
Occupation: -
Income: 5,000
Nationality: Indian
Chief Complaints:
Past History:
Medical History:
• She had no history of TB, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, other medical complains or
surgical history in past.
• She had no history of any surgery in her life.
Personal History:
• No bad habit
Family History:
Pankajkumar Komalben
Nandini
Riyaben
Key term :
Male
Female
Patient
Socioeconomic history:
Patient is belong from lower middle class family, Her father`s annual income is 60,000/- Rs
that is not sufficient to full fill daily requirements of family member.
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
Vital Sign :
General Observation:
• Sensorium : conscious
• Body odour : adequate
• Foul breath : absent
• Posture : normal
• Hair : brown
General Apperance:
Mental Status:
• Consciousness : conscious
• Language : gujarati
• Look : weak
• Orientation : disoriented
Posture:
Height: 110 cm
Weight: 18 kg
Skin Condition:
• Color : brown
• Texture : moist
• Temperature : warm
• Lesions : absent
• Scalp : clean
• Face : dull
Eyes:
• Eyebrow : present
• Eye lashes : presentt
• Eye lids : no infection
• Eye balls : adequate
• Conjunctiva : pale
• Sclera : dark black
• Pupils : semidilated
• Vision : inadequate
Ear:
• Nostrils : clean
• Nasal cavities : no mucous collected
• Lips : pink
• Odour of the mouth: adequte
• Teeth : adult tooth present
• Mucus membrane : no infection
• Tongue : white coated
Neck:
Chest:
Heart:
Abdomen:
• Observation : adequate
INVESTIGATION DONE IN THE PATIENT
3. Differential Count
00% 0-1%
❖ Basophil
Blood Urea 14 mg / dl 13-40 mg / dl
4.
Medical treatment:
Name of Drug Dose Route Action
Inj Tazobactum And 4.5 in 100 ml NS IV infusion Antibiotic
Piperacilin
Inj Pantoprazole 40 mg IV Antacid
500mg IV Antispasmodic
Inj Metronidazole
• The Nervous System is the master controlling and communicating system of the
[Link] Nervous System CONTROLS and COORDINATES ALL ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS of the Human Body
FUNCTION:-
➢ THE NEURON
• Each neuron (consists of a cell body and its processes, one axon and many dendrites.
Neurones are commonly
• Referred to as nerve cells. Bundles of axons bound together are called nerves.
• Neurons cannot divide, and for survival they need a continuous supply of oxygen and
glucose. Unlike many other cells, neurones can synthesis chemical energy (ATP) only
from glucose.
• Neurons generate and transmit electrical impulses called action potentials.
• The initial strength of the impulse is maintained throughout the length of the neurone.
Some neurones initiate nerve impulses while others act as ‘relay stations’ where
impulses are passed on and sometimes redirected. Nerve impulses can be initiated in
response to
• stimuli from:
• Outside the body, e.g. touch, light waves
• Inside the body, e.g. a change in the concentration of carbon dioxide in the blood alters
respiration; a thought may result in voluntary movement.
➢ Cell bodies
• Nerve cells vary considerably in size and shape but they are all too small to be seen
by the naked eye. Cell bodies form the grey matter of the nervous system and are
found at the periphery of the brain and in the centre of the spinal cord. Groups of cell
bodies are called nuclei in the central nervous system and ganglia in the peripheral
nervous system. An important exception is the basal ganglia (nuclei) situated within
the cerebrum
➢ Axons and dendrites
• Axons and dendrites are extensions of cell bodies and form the white matter of the
nervous system. Axons are found deep in the brain and in groups, called tracts, at the
periphery of the spinal cord. They are referred to as nerves or nerve fibres outside the
brain and spinal cord.
➢ Axons
• Each nerve cell has only one axon, which begins at a tapered area of the cell body, the
axon hillock. They carry impulses away from the cell body and are usually longer
than the dendrites, sometimes as long as 100 cm. Structure of an axon.
• The membrane of the axon is called the axolemma and it encloses the cytoplasmic
extension of the cell body.
• MYELINATED NEURONES Large axons and those of peripheral nerves are
surrounded by a myelin sheath. This consists of a series of Schwann cells arranged
along the length of the axon.
• Each one is wrapped around the axon so that it is covered by a number of concentric
layers of Schwann cell plasma membrane. Between the layers of plasma membrane is
a small amount of fatty substance called myelin.
• The outermost layer of the Schwann cell plasma membrane is the neurilemma. There
are tiny areas of exposed axolemma between adjacent Schwann cells, called nodes of
Ranvier which assist the rapid transmission of nerve impulses in myelinated neurones.
• UNMYELINATED NEURONES Postganglionic fibres and some small fibres in the
central nervous system are unmyelinated. In this type a number of axons are
embedded in one Schwann cell. The adjacent
• Schwann cells are in close association and there is no exposed axolemma.
• The speed of transmission of nerve impulses is significantly slower in unmyelinated
fibres.
GUILLAIN BARRE SYNDROME
DEFINITION
• Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) is a serious disorder that occurs when the body’s
defense (immune) system mistakenly attacks part of the nervous system. This leads to
nerve inflammation that causes muscle weakness.
• SUBTYPE OF GBS
• 6 different subtypes of GBS and they are
1. Acute Inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy
2. Miller Fisher syndrome
3. Acute motor axonal neuropathy
4. Acute motor sensory axonal neuropathy
5. Acute pan autonomic neuropathy
6. Bickerstaff’s brainstem encephalitis
ETIOLIGY
1)
Idiopathic
3) Autoimmune disorders
4) Gastroenteritis – (campylobacter
jejuni)
5) Influenza viruse
6)
Age 15 to 35 and 60 to 75
7) Resent surgery
PATHOPHYSIOLOGY
➢ Not exactly known however is believed to have a multifactorial cause that is an auto-
immune disease which occurs 3-4 weeks after an onset of gastrointestinal or
respiratory viral infection (campylobacter jejuni, influenza virus, CMV). Sometimes
also seen in after vaccination (1977 swine flu pandemic).
➢ GBS onset is rapid, it can be from a few days to 4 [Link] molecular mimicry
the immune system attacks gangliosides.(GM1) Ganglioside-like epitopes exist in the
bacterial wall of C. jejuni.
➢ This leads to inflammation and demyelination of the peripheral nerves there isn’t any
damage to the brain or spinal cord. (80% is myelin loss, 20% axon loss).
CLINICAL MENIFESTATION
3. Uncoordinated movement
4. Facial weakness
7. Sensation changes
9. Blurred vision
• Cerebrospinal fluid investigation: It will elevated at some stage of the illness but
remains normal during the first 10 days. There may be lymphocytosis (> 50000000
cells/L).
• Electrophysiological studies: it includes nerve conduction studies and
electromyography. They are normal in the early stages but show typical changes after
a week or so with conduction block and multifocal motor slowing, sometimes most
evident proximally as delayed F-waves.
The only way to classify a patient as having the axonal or non-axonal type is electro
diagnostically.
• Further investigative procedures can be undertaken to identify an underlying cause
For example:
• Chest X-ray , stool culture and appropriate immunological tests to rule out the
presence of cytomegalovirus or mycoplasma
• Antibodies to the ganglioside GQ1b for Miller Fisher Variant.
• MRI
• Lumbar Puncture: Most, but not all, patients with GBS have an elevated CSF protein
level (>400 mg/L), with normal CSF cell counts. Elevated or rising protein levels on
serial lumbar punctures and 10 or fewer mononuclear cells/mm3 strongly support the
diagnosis.
MANAGEMENT
There is no known cure for Guillain-Barré syndrome. However, there are therapies that
lessen the severity of the illness and accelerate the recovery in most patients. There are
also a number of ways to treat the complications of the disease.
MEDICAL MANAGEMENT
Plasmapheresis
• In plasmapheresis, blood is removed from the body, the red and white blood cells
are separated from the plasma and only the blood cells are returned to the patient.
It is thought that removing the plasma eliminates some of the immune factors that
are responsible for the disease progression.
Further Medical Management Can Be Done According to the Symptoms and the
Complications
• Supportive Care
• ICU monitoring
• Basic medical management often determines mortality and morbidity.
• Ventilatory Support
• Atelectasis leads to hypoxia.
• Hypercarbia later finding; arterial blood gases may be misleading.
• Vidal capacity, tidal volume and negative inspiratory force are best indicators of
diaphragmatic function.
• Progressive decline of these functions indicates an impending need or ventilatory
assistance. Mechanical ventilation usually required if VC drops below about 14
ml/kg; ultimate risk depending on age, the presence of accompanying lung
disease, aspiration risk, and assessment of respiratory muscle fatigue.
• Atelectasis treated initially by incentive spirometry, frequent suctioning, and
chest physiotherapy to mobilize secretions.
• Intubation may be necessary for patients with substantial oro-pharyngeal
dysfunction to prevent aspiration.
• Tracheostomy may be needed in patients intubated for 2 weeks who do not show
improvement.
• Autonomic Dysfunction
• Autonomic dysfunction may be self-limited; do not over-treat.
• Sustained hypertension managed by angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor or
beta-blocking agent. Use short-acting intravenous medication for labile
hypertension requiring immediate therapy.
• Postural hypotension treated with fluid bolus or positioning.
• Urinary difficulties may require intermittent catheterization.
Physiotherapy Management
• Night time saturation records with pulse oximeter and bilevel positive airway
pressure (BiPAP) may be indicated for the patients.
• Physical therapy measures (chest percussion, breathing exercises, resistive
inspiratory training) may be required to clear respiratory secretions to reduce the
work of breathing.
• Special weaning protocol to prevent over fatigue of respiratory muscles can be
recommended for more severe patients with tracheostomy. Patients with cranial
nerve involvement need extra monitoring as they are more prone to respiratory
dysfunction.
• Patients should be encouraged to cease smoking.
• Posturally drain areas of lung tissues, 2-hourly turning into supine or side lying
positions.
• 2-4 litre anesthetic bag can be used to enhance chest expansion. Therefore, 2 people
are necessary for this technique, one to squeeze the bag and another to apply chest
manipulation.
• Rib springing to stimulate cough.
• After the removal of a ventilator and adequate expansion, effective coughing must be
taught to the patient.
Gentle passive movements through full ROM at least three times a day especially at hip,
shoulder, wrist, ankle, feet.
Orthoses
Use of light splints (eg. using PLASTAZOTE) may be required for the following
purpose listed below:
• Support the peripheral joints in comfortable and functional position during flaccid
paralysis.
• To prevent abnormal movements.
• To stabilize patients using sandbags, pillows.
Prevention of Pressure Sores
2- hourly change in patients position from supine to side-lying. If the sores have
developed then UVR or ice cube massage to enhance healing.
Maintenance of Circulation
• Passive movements
• Effleurage massage to lower limbs.
Relief of Pain
Functional training
Subjective data: Fluid To improve fluid To assess the patient's General condition After implimentation
electrolytes level General condition assessd patient's condition is
Patient said that i feel imbalance improved
thirsty all time realted to To assess intake output Intake output chart
Diarrhoea as chart assessed
Objective data: evidence by skin To provide comfortable Semifowler position
pintch test position given
Skin pinch test revert back
time more than 2 sec To nasogastric tube feeding Nasogastric tube inserted
and fluid provided
Inj. IV: 3-4 - Piperacillin: • Appendicitis • Allergy to CNS: SEIZURES - Examination and Evaluation
Piperacillin/Taz g/dose Binds to • peritonitis. penicillins, (HIGHER DOSES), Watch for seizures; notify physician
obactam q4-6hr; bacterial cell • Skin and skin cephalosporins, confusion, dizziness, immediately if patient develops or
not to wall structure imipenem headache increases seizure activity.
exceed membrane, infections. GI: - Monitor signs of pseudomembranous
24 g/24hr causing cell • Gynecologic PSEUDOMEMBRAN- colitis, including diarrhea, abdominal
death. infections. OUS COLITIS, pain, fever, pus or mucus in stools, and
Spectrum is • Community- diarrhea, other severe or prolonged GI problems
IM: 2-3 extended acquired GU: interstitial (nausea, vomiting, heartburn). Notify
g/dose compared nephritis. Derm: rashes physician or nursing staff immediately
• nosocomial
q6-12hr; with other (↑ in cystic fibrosis of these signs.
• pneumonia
not to penicillins. patients), urticaria. - Always wash hands thoroughly and
caused by
exceed • Tazobactam: piperacillin-
Hemat: bleeding, disinfect equipment (whirlpools,
24 g/24 Inhibits leukopenia, neutropenia, electrotherapeutic devices, treatment
resistant,
hr betalactamase thrombocytopenia. tables, and so forth) to help prevent the
• beta-lactamase–
, an enzyme Local: pain, phlebitis at spread of infection. eck 6 rights
producing
that can IV site. - Use aseptic technique while given
bacteria.
destroy injection to the patient
penicillins. - Observe for any side effect
NAME OF DOSE & ACTION INDICATIONS CONTRA– ADVERSE NURSING RESPONSI
DRUG ROUTE INDICATIONS REACTION
Inj Disrupts DNA infections: Intra- Treatment of CNS: SEIZURES, - BILITISExamination and Evaluation
metronidazole and protein abdominal giardiasis. dizziness, headache. - Watch for seizures; notify physician
synthesis in infections (may be Treatment of anti- EENT: tearing (topical immediately if patient develops or
susceptible used with a infective– only). increases seizure activity.
organisms. cephalosporin), associated - Monitor signs of peripheral neuropathy
GI: abdominal pain,
Gynecologic pseudomembrano (numbness,
anorexia, nausea,
infections, Skin and us colitis. - Always wash hands thoroughly and
diarrhea, dry mouth,
skin structure disinfect equipment (whirlpools,
furry tongue, glossitis,
infections, electrotherapeutic devices, treatment
unpleasant taste,
tables, and so forth) to help prevent the
- Lower respiratory vomiting.
spread of infection. tingling). Perform
tract
Derm: rashes, objective tests (nerve conduction,
- infections, Bone
urticaria: topical only— monofilaments) to document any
and joint
burning, mild dryness, neuropathic changes
infections,
skin irritation
- CNS infections,
- Septicemia,
Endocarditis
Dietary management:-
Early morning:
Breakfast:
Lunch:
The patient have lunch with mud dal water or any other seed water, coconut wateretc
Evening tea:
Dinner:
Dinner containing
Day:1
Day 2:
Day 3:
Day 5
• I advised her to continue the medication and follow up as per doctor’s order.
• Advised to eat food containing more iron like drum stick, jiggery and green leafy
vegetable.
HEALTH TEACHING:
Discharge Plan:
Medication
Exercise
Health Teaching
- Meet physician if any complication related NG tube occurs like excessive coughing