21 min
#257: The Basics of Reye’s Syndrome Straight A Nursing: Study for nursing school exams & NCLEX
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- Medicine
Reye’s syndrome is a rare but very serious condition that involves acute encephalopathy, cerebral edema and fatty liver failure. The pathophysiology is not fully understood but what we do know points to mitochondrial injury secondary to viral illness and the use of aspirin in young children.
In this episode you will learn:
* Who is most affected by Reye’s syndrome
* Complications of the condition
* Signs and symptoms
* Key assessments and diagnostic tests
* Nursing interventions and other treatments
* What to teach parents
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Reye’s syndrome is a rare but very serious condition that involves acute encephalopathy, cerebral edema and fatty liver failure. The pathophysiology is not fully understood but what we do know points to mitochondrial injury secondary to viral illness and the use of aspirin in young children.
In this episode you will learn:
* Who is most affected by Reye’s syndrome
* Complications of the condition
* Signs and symptoms
* Key assessments and diagnostic tests
* Nursing interventions and other treatments
* What to teach parents
>>> Did you find this episode helpful? Then I’d love it if you'd rate and review the podcast! And if you’re not following the show, add it to your podcast library so you never miss an episode!
Helpful Resources:
Get the full episode transcript and references here.
Want to study on-the-go? Then Study Sesh might be the answer you’ve been looking for!
New Nursing Student Checklist - Get a step-by-step list of the key things to do before nursing school starts.
__________
The information, including but not limited to, audio, video, text, and graphics contained on this podcast are for educational purposes only. No content on this podcast is intended to guide nursing practice and does not supersede any individual healthcare provider's scope of practice or any nursing school curriculum. Additionally, no content on this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Straight a Nursing is a proud member of the Airwave Media Network.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 min