Traumatic Brain Injury: When Humpty Dumpty Fell

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Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN Related seminars and products

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Lisa Hollett Evenbly, BSN, MA, RN, MICN, TCRN, is a trauma performance improvement nurse with over 40 years of experience in emergency, trauma, EMS and education. She has been teaching and speaking at conferences since 1986 and has experience in textbook review and has authored several test banks for EMS and nursing textbooks.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Lisa Hollett Evenbly maintains a private practice and has employment relationships with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital and DHR Health. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Lisa Hollett Evenbly is a member of the Society of Trauma Nurses and Emergency Nurses Association.

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Objectives

1. Identify and assess the varying degrees of traumatic brain injuries, from mild concussions to severe brain injuries, using evidence-based diagnostic tools.
2. Implement effective treatment protocols for managing TBIs, ensuring appropriate care for both immediate and long-term recovery.
3. Enhance decision-making skills in high-pressure situations involving TBIs, focusing on rapid assessment and intervention strategies.

Outline

Introduction to Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) 

• Overview of TBI: Definition, causes, and epidemiology
• Understanding the spectrum: From mild concussions to severe brain injuries

Pathophysiology of Traumatic Brain Injuries

• Mechanisms of injury: How TBIs affect brain function
• Primary vs. secondary injuries: Key differences and implications for treatment

Diagnostic Approaches

• Utilizing clinical assessment tools: Glasgow Coma Scale and other neurological assessments
• Imaging techniques: CT, MRI, and when to use them

Acute Management and Stabilization

• Initial steps in managing TBIs: Airway, breathing, circulation, and intracranial pressure management
• Pharmacological interventions: Indications and best practices

Brain death

• Appropriate patient
• Assessment and testing
• Family interactions

Rehabilitation

• Addressing cognitive, physical, and emotional impacts of TBIs
• Developing a multidisciplinary rehabilitation plan: Involving neurology, physical therapy, and psychology

Practical Applications

• Analysis of real-life TBI cases across the spectrum of injury severity
• Best practices and lessons learned in TBI management
• Conclusion and Key Takeaways

Target Audience

• Nurses
• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants
• Physicians
• Clinical Nurse Specialists