INTRACRANIAL PRESSURE MONITORING: PERFORMING IN THE ADULT PATIENT

Course overview

ICP monitoring is the measurement of pressure within the skull using an implanted device. ICP monitoring is used to identify and quantify increased ICP, to evaluate the effectiveness of the therapeutic plan once in place, and to allow access to CSF for draining and sampling purposes. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of ICP monitoring in the adult, including the purpose of ICP monitoring and typical nursing responsibilities, and to aid in caring for the patient requiring this monitoring procedure. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.