Assessment and Management of Carotid Artery Trauma Associated with Mild Head Injury.
Publication/Presentation Date
10-1-1986
Abstract
Management of patients with trauma to the central nervous system is a challenge for the neuroscience nurse. When trauma to the carotid artery is present, the management of closed head injury becomes even more complex. Although the incidence of carotid artery dissection is small, the risks of morbidity and mortality are high. This article discusses the mechanism of injury, associated symptoms, and theories of management for victims of carotid artery injury associated with blunt craniocervical trauma. New assessment considerations for nursing diagnosis and intervention are provided.
Volume
18
Issue
5
First Page
272
Last Page
274
ISSN
0888-0395
Published In/Presented At
Franges, E. Z. (1986). Assessment and management of carotid artery trauma associated with mild head injury. The Journal Of Neuroscience Nursing: Journal Of The American Association Of Neuroscience Nurses, 18(5), 272-274.
Disciplines
Nursing
PubMedID
2945878
Department(s)
Patient Care Services / Nursing, Patient Care Services / Nursing Faculty
Document Type
Article