What are the postoperative nursing care measures for craniocerebral trauma?
Disease description:
Because my husband sustained a head injury in a car accident, I would like to learn about the postoperative care measures for traumatic brain injury.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Postoperative nursing care for craniocerebral trauma mainly includes the following aspects:
1. Head care: Maintain a clean and dry head to avoid infection; adjust the elevation angle of the head according to medical advice to reduce intracranial pressure; provide appropriate pain control and comfort to alleviate postoperative discomfort.
2. Prevention of complications: Regularly monitor the patient's intracranial pressure, observe wound healing, and periodically change dressings to maintain wound cleanliness; pay attention to the patient's physical and psychological condition to prevent complications such as intracranial hemorrhage, cerebral edema, and infection.
3. Rehabilitation training: Develop a rehabilitation plan based on the patient's condition, including physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy, to assist the patient in actively participating in rehabilitation exercises and enhancing motivation and confidence in recovery.
4. Psychological care: Monitor the patient's psychological status, provide necessary psychological support and counseling, and help the patient establish a positive mindset to better cope with the rehabilitation process.
These nursing measures can effectively reduce the risk of postoperative complications and promote the patient's early recovery.
