Patient's question:
Identify, the ventricles are a bit large, but the left limb will never move. Two months later, transferred to a rehabilitation hospital, what kind of assistance is needed: to see if there is hydrocephalus, how to prevent hydrocephalus...Doctor's answer:
It is a chronic condition caused by excessive cerebrospinal fluid excretion or (and) recurrent circulation and refining disorders due to intracranial diseases, leading to an increase in cerebrospinal fluid volume and ventricular enlargement.Guidance:
1. The room temperature should be kept between 18–21°C, with a humidity of 55% being ideal. Ventilate the room regularly to maintain air circulation and provide the patient with a quiet, clean, comfortable, and safe environment for treatment and recovery.
2. The diet should be based on foods that stimulate the mind, unblock meridians, strengthen the spleen and kidneys, replenish essence and brain, and promote physical health while being easily digestible.
3. Provide psychological care. Nursing staff should be kind, enthusiastic, and patient in caring for the patient, thoroughly understanding their condition, family, and social environment. Assist the patient and their family in building confidence to overcome the disease, actively cooperate with treatment, transform weakness into strength, and create the best psychological state for understanding and recovery.
4. Measure the child’s head regularly and inquire about a history of nausea, vomiting, or other symptoms.
5. When intracranial pressure is elevated, closely monitor vital signs, especially changes in consciousness and pupil size, to detect the possibility of herniation or the triad of intracranial hypertension (headache, vomiting, papilledema). Maintain detailed special care records and record fluid intake and output.
The above is advice on how to prevent hydrocephalus and how to treat it. It is hoped to be helpful to you. Wishing you good health!