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.
Course Publication Date:
May 19, 2020
This course is available with
NO ADDITIONAL FEE if you have an active
one year unlimited membership!
| Author: | Gloria Tartaglia RN |
| Course No: | VTS010220 |
| Contact Hours: | 2.00 |
| Delivery Method: | Online Self Study |
| Category: | Pediatric Medicine
Community & Home Health
Critical Care Medicine
Emergency & Trauma Medicine
Leadership & Case Management
Medical & Surgical Issues
Perioperative
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Learning 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.