The purpose of this course is to expand the knowledge base of the professional nurse with regard to hydrocephalus and the application of a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt. Described in this course is the surgical procedure involved with placing a VP shunt. Also included is the management of the VP shunt during optimal functioning and the procedure employed when a VP shunt becomes clogged, infected, or dislodged.
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| Author: | Gloria Tartaglia RN |
| Course No: | VP011911 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.00 |
| Date Offered: | 5/21/2013 5:04 AM - 5:04 AM |
| Categories: | Community & Home Health
Critical Care Medicine
Emergency & Trauma Medicine
Leadership & Case Management
Medical & Surgical Issues
Pediatric Medicine
Perioperative
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Course Objectives
- Describe three complications of a VP shunt.
- List four signs/symptoms of VP shunt malfunction.
- Compare and contrast congenital and acquired hydrocephalus, as the leading cause for shunt placement.
- Explain the surgical procedure necessary for the placement of a VP shunt.
- State the role of CSF under normal circumstances.
- Discuss normal pressure hydrocephalus and its implications.