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Encephalitis

The document outlines the key aspects of encephalitis, including the etiology of viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites entering the body through a vector and replicating to destroy brain cells. It describes diagnostic tests like CT scans, MRIs and CSF analysis. Symptoms include fever, seizures, stroke, paralysis and delirium. Treatments focus on managing inflammation, cerebral edema, increased intracranial pressure and related complications through medications, fluid management and ensuring patient safety.

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Encephalitis

The document outlines the key aspects of encephalitis, including the etiology of viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites entering the body through a vector and replicating to destroy brain cells. It describes diagnostic tests like CT scans, MRIs and CSF analysis. Symptoms include fever, seizures, stroke, paralysis and delirium. Treatments focus on managing inflammation, cerebral edema, increased intracranial pressure and related complications through medications, fluid management and ensuring patient safety.

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Encephalitis Concept map

Pathogen enters the Body through Vector Bourne Replicates and destroy the cells

Etiology: Virus, Bacterium, Fungus, Parasites

CT Scan MRI CBC CSF Analysis

Production of inflammatory Cytokines

Fever

Antipyretics TSB

Adherence of leukocytes to cerebral capillary endothelial cells.

Leukocyte Migrate into CSF, Degranulates and release toxic metabolites

Diuretics Fluid Restriction

Ensure Safety

Cerebral Ischemia Assess GCS Coma

Cytotoxic Edema Stroke Seizures

Paralysis Delirium

ICP

Thrombolytic Anticoagulants HPN drugs

Avoid stool Bowel Straining Give laxatives Avoid Intercourse Avoid Lifting Heavy Objects

Prepared by: Jezter John Q. Madriaga Mac Nichols E. Viernes Reinier G. Dimalanta Kit Gordon C. Queja

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