Induced hypothermia for head injury.
Normal and altered pathophysiology of the brain are discussed. Mechanisms of cerebral protection by induced hypothermia are outlined. Current research on induced hypothermia for brain injury is summarised. Nursing implications for the care of these patients are considered including ethical, monitoring and health and safety issues.
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Adult Intensive Care Unit, Queen's Medical Centre, University Hospital NHS Trust, Nottingham.
D001930:Brain Injuries / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D003422:Critical Care / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007036:Hypothermia, Induced; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital