Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Management
Category: Neurological
Assessment
Patient presents with headaches, visual disturbances, and papilledema.
Diagnosis
Risk for impaired cerebral tissue perfusion related to increased intracranial pressure.
Goals
Patient will maintain normal intracranial pressure and experience relief from symptoms.
Interventions
Monitor neurological status and signs of increased intracranial pressure regularly. Administer prescribed medications to manage symptoms and reduce intracranial pressure. Educate patient on the importance of weight management and avoiding triggers that may increase intracranial pressure. Coordinate care with a neurologist for further evaluation and management.
Rationale
These interventions aim to manage symptoms, prevent complications, and ensure appropriate treatment.
Evaluation
Patient's neurological status and symptom relief will be monitored regularly.