Nursing care for patients with congenital hydrocephalus

experience report

Authors

  • Elyssandra Keila da Costa Veloso Universidade Estadual do Piauí
  • Roberta Fortes Santiago

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53740/rsm.v16i1.758

Keywords:

Hydrocephalus; Child Health; Nursing Care.

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Hydrocephalus is characterized by the filling of cerebrospinal fluid in the ventricles and the clinical symptoms of elevated intracranial pressure. Therefore, guidance regarding the procedures to which children will be subjected and the technical and scientific assistance provided by the nursing team are fundamental for the family, especially for the continuity of care in the home environment. METHODOLOGY: This is a descriptive study, an experience report on the humanized approach to caring for patients with hydrocephalus. DISCUSSION: The nursing process was used as a guide to monitor the patient's needs. Due to the constant presence of nurses in all phases of hydrocephalus treatment, constant professional training is opportune for more skillful action, as professionals need to understand the needs of each client with the diagnosis and make the necessary interventions for the patient's development. and Family. CONCLUSION: The importance of disseminating content to improve interventions and consequently the improvement of patients is evident.

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Published

2024-03-21

How to Cite

Veloso, E. K. da C., & Santiago, R. F. (2024). Nursing care for patients with congenital hydrocephalus: experience report. EVISTA SAÚDE ULTIDISCIPLINAR, 16(1). https://doi.org/10.53740/rsm.v16i1.758