NURS 3110 Lecture 8: Wk 4: HEENT
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Have there been any changes to . Kinds of cancer (illustration of squamous cell carcinoma) Note the most common problems r/t this system include. Cluster headaches: occur more than 1x/day & last 1-2 hours. Migraines: periodic intervals & last from a few hours to 1-3 days. Cluster: pain over eye, temples, forehead & cheeks. Most common reason for seeking medical attention. Classification occurs based on s/s & history. May occur in any age group most frequently in young women. Occurs due to vasospasm on intracranial arteries. Accompanied by depression, stress, light sensitivity (photophobia), n&v. Can last from several hours to days. Seen mostly in teens to middle aged adults. Pain is usually intense, one-sided described as burning, pounding. Duration less than 1 hour, reoccur. Common in people b/t 20-40 years old. Onset may be gradual, lasting for days. Most commonly seen after a motor vehicle accident. Increase in icp with bigger head, fontanels bulge & dilated scalp veins.
