How to nurse after ventriculoperitoneal shunt

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Ventriculoperitoneal shunt is mainly suitable for all kinds of hydrocephalus. Postoperative nursing measures can promote the recovery of patients. Let's take a look at how to care after ventriculoperitoneal shunt.

How to nurse after ventriculoperitoneal shunt

First, 2-3 days after ventriculoperitoneal shunt, the patient was asked to lie on his back (to prevent excessive drainage and possible subdural hematoma). If the abdominal end is a new tube or has just been adjusted, you should take food after bowel sounds (usually at least 24 hours).

Secondly, broad-spectrum antibiotics, which are sensitive and easy to penetrate the blood-brain barrier, should be injected intravenously 30 minutes before operation, so as to maintain the effective blood and tissue concentrations during operation. After operation, the same antibiotics should be continued for 1-2 weeks, so as to reduce the risk of surgical infection.

Finally: the patient should sit up gradually within a few days after the operation of severe hydrocephalus, and the initial movement should be slow, so as to prevent the sudden low intracranial pressure and the patient's maladjustment.

matters needing attention

Antibiotics were given to prevent infection after operation. The valve was pressed 2-3 times a day to avoid obstruction of one-way valve shunt device. Postoperative fluid diet can be used to supplement nutrition, need to pay attention to avoid eating some stimulating food.