Guillain - Barre Syndrome: Icu / Picu
Guillain - Barre Syndrome: Icu / Picu
Guillain - Barre Syndrome: Icu / Picu
Syndrome
Presented by:
ICU / PICU
January 31, 2019
Objectives
By the end of this presentation:
Cognitive/ Perceptual
Roles / Relationship
Self-Perception / Self Concept
Guillain-Barre syndrome
destroys the protective
covering of the
peripheral nerves
(myelin sheath),
preventing the nerves
from transmitting signals
to the brain.
PATHOGENESIS
Patient was admitted to ICU, CT brain was done from ER and its
result was normal. Lumbar puncture was done bedside, after 3
days electively intubated and was tracheostomize after 2 weeks.
Ascending weakness
Severe pain that may feel achy or cramp-like and may be worse at night
Immunotherapy
Rehabilitation
Monitoring, Supportive, Critical Care
Monitoring vital parameters
Nutrition
DVT prophylaxis
Ventilator Assistance
• Plasmapheresis
✔ it is the removal, treatment and return of
components of blood plasma from blood circulation
thru a central placed catheter.
NURSING CARE during Plasmapheresis
• Teach about the procedure and what
to expect
• Check with physician about holding
medications until after the procedure
Pre-procedure • Assess vitals signs and weight, lab
care: reports, blood type and cross match
During and post procedure
Monitor electrolytes
Risk for impaired skin integrity r/t muscle weakness and changes in sensation.
Imbalance nutrition less than body requirements r/t difficulty in chewing and
swallowing.
michelle
apang, RN 1