nursing management for encephalitis

Nursing Interventions for Encephalitis

Nursing Interventions: Encephalitis Maintain adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration, but avoid fluid overload, which may increase cerebral edema. Maintain adequate nutrition. Give small, frequent meals, or supplement meals with nasogastric tube or parenteral feedings. To prevent constipation and minimize the risk of increased ICP resulting from straining at stool, provide a mild laxative or […]