Evaluation and management of polyneuropathy: a practical approach
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Polyneuropathy (PN) is a peripheral nerve disorder which requires an understanding of its classifications, axon pathophysiology, and toxins related to PN. Classification of PN involves understanding the functions and features of the peripheral nervous system. As PN can result from axonal function impairment, clinicians should educate themselves about symptoms related to axon alteration. Physical examinations involving assessment in skin and nails can offer clinicians clues to the possibility of polyneuropathy and other peripheral nerve disorders.
Publication Name: The Nurse Practitioner
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0361-1817
Year: 1997
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Neuropathy
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Neuropathy involves swelling and deterioration of the nerves, which obstructs with the ability of the brain to correspond with muscles, organs and tissues. Due to varied types of neuropathy, each with different symptoms, diagnosis is difficult hence early diagnosis is essential because peripheral nerves have limited capacity to redevelop.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Iraptropium bromide
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Ipratropium bromide inhibits the interaction of acetylcholine at the bronchial smooth muscle receptor sites causing bronchodilation. Iraptropium bromide's classifications, indications, contradictions, cautions, common side-effects, interactions, administration, nursing considerations, patient teaching are presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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