Glioblastoma

Multiforme
Glioblastoma Multiforme

This is the most aggressive type of cancer

that begins within the brain. Initially, signs
and symptoms of glioblastoma are
nonspecific. They may include headaches,
personality changes, nausea and symptoms
similar to those of a stroke.
Risk Factors

• Age
• Genetic abnormalities in chromosome 17p and 10
• Exposure to radiation
• Family history of the said disease
Signs and symptoms
•Headache
•Nausea or vomiting
•Alteration in comprehension
•Memory loss
•Irritability
•Difficulty with balance
•Vision problems
•Speech difficulties
•Seizures
Complications

• Increased Intracranial pressure

• Seizures
• Thromboembolic events 
Diagnostic Examinations

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

• Computerized Tomography
Definition of terms

• Contractures
• Foot dropping
• Intracranial Pressure
INTERVENTIONS:

• Feeding via NGT limited to 2200 calories a day divided into 6

feedings
• Monitoring of vital signs and neuro vital signs hourly
• Monitoring of parameters of mechanical ventilator
• Monitoring of the IV fluids
• Perform range of motion exercises
• Tepid sponge bath
DAY 1 NCP
MAIN CUES DIAGNOSIS SPECIFIC ACTIONS
MAIN CUES DIAGNOSIS SPECIFIC ACTIONS
MAIN CUES DIAGNOSIS SPECIFIC ACTIONS