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Nursing assessment of visual function in children with neurologic diagnosis

R J Adams

    The ABNF Journal : Official Journal of the Association of Black Nursing Faculty in Higher Education, Inc
    |May 1, 1996
    PubMed

    Insights

    Neurologic conditions can lead to hydrocephalus, causing vision problems and other symptoms. Recognizing these signs helps doctors identify the underlying cause of hydrocephalus.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Ophthalmology

    Background:

    • Hydrocephalus is a condition characterized by excess cerebrospinal fluid in the brain's ventricles.
    • It can arise from various acute or chronic neurologic disorders.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the clinical signs and symptoms indicative of hydrocephalus.
    • To emphasize the importance of evaluating these findings for etiological determination.

    Main Methods:

    • Clinical observation and assessment of neurologic signs.
    • Correlation of symptoms with potential underlying causes of hydrocephalus.

    Main Results:

    • Visual loss, diplopia, cranial nerve palsies, strabismus, and papilledema are key indicators.
    • These manifestations suggest the presence of hydrocephalus.

    Conclusions:

    • The presence of specific visual and neurologic deficits aids in diagnosing hydrocephalus.
    • Systematic evaluation of these signs and symptoms is crucial for identifying the etiology of hydrocephalus.

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