Surgical treatment of pheochromocytomas. (Home Study Program article, includes examination, answer sheet and learners evaluation)

From: AORN Journal | Date: June 1, 1997| Author: Gavaghan, Mary | Copyright information

Pheochromocytomas are tumors that develop from chromaffin tissue of the embryonic sympathoadrenal system. These tumors may occur anywhere chromaffin tissue exists but most often develop in the adrenal medulla. Less than 50% of patients are diagnosed with pheochromocytomas while alive, and most of these tumors are found on autopsy. The classic signs and symptoms of pheochromocytomas are headache, perspiration, palpitations, pallor, and paroxysmal hypertension. Elevated levels of vanillylmandel...

Read all of this article with a FREE trial to HighBeam Research

Related newspaper, magazine, and journal articles from HighBeam Research

Surgical treatment of pheochromocytomas. (Home Study Program article, includes examination, answer sheet and learners evaluation)
AORN Journal ; The article Surgical treatment of pheochromocytomas is the basis for this AORN Journal independent study. The behavioral objectives and examination for this program were prepared by Janet S. West, RN, BSN, CNOR, clinical editor, with consultation from Patricia A. O'Neill, RN, MS, professional,
Protect your patient--it is never too late to reposition.(Clinical Exemplar)
AORN Journal ; Even when patients are positioned properly for surgery, some obstacles may arise. A patient's shape and weight can present a challenge for optimal positioning. Vigilant observation of a patient's position, preoperatively and intraoperatively, is imperative to prevent dire consequences. CASE STUDY
Safe positioning for neurosurgical patients.(3.1 ce)
AORN Journal ; Positioning the patient for surgery is an important part of perioperative nursing care. Although it can become routine, its importance should not be underemphasized because the combined factors of time, mechanical pressure, and immobility increase the patient's risk of tissue damage. (1) The
Calvarial vault remodeling for sagittal synostosis.
AORN Journal ; The birth of a child is an extremely exciting yet anxious time. Parents usually inspect their newborn infant as soon as possible after delivery and are happy after they determine that everything appears normal (eg, the infant has 10 fingers and 10 toes). Unfortunately, first impressions can lead to
Transurethral resection syndrome--it does not have to be a mystery. (Home Study Program).(Brief Article)
AORN Journal ; The article Transurethral resection syndrome--It does not have to be a mystery is the basis for this AORN Journal independent study. The behavioral objectives and examination for this program were prepared by Rebecca Holm, RN, MSN, CNOR, clinical editor, with consultation from Susan Bakewell, RN,
Surgical treatment for intranasal squamous cell carcinoma.(home study program including examination and answer key)
AORN Journal ; Receiving a diagnosis of cancer, under any circumstances, is a devastating event. For the patient diagnosed with intranasal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), the devastation may be coupled with concerns about his or her physical appearance after surgical treatment to eradicate the malignant tumor. As
Panniculectomy--an option for people who are morbidly obese. (Home Study Program).
AORN Journal ; The article Panniculectomy--An option for people who are morbidly obese is the basis for this AORN Journal independent study. The behavioral objectives and examination for this program were prepared by Rebecca Holm, RN, MSN, CNOR, clinical editor, with consultation from Susan Bakewell, RN, MS,
Video-assisted thoracoscopic releases of scoliotic anterior spines.(Home Study Program article with examination, answer sheet and learner evaluation)
AORN Journal ; The article Video-assisted thoracoscopic releases of scoliotic anterior spines is the basis for this AORN Journal independent study. The behavioral objectives and examination for this program were prepared by Janet S. West, RN, BSN, CNOR, clinical editor, with consultation from Susan Bakewell, RN,
Triple arthrodesis. (includes home study examination, answer sheet, & learner evaluation)
AORN Journal ; The article Triple arthrodesis is the basis for this AORN Journal independent study. The behavioral objectives and examination for this program were prepared by Janet S. West, RN, BSN, CNOR, clinical editor, with consultation from Susan Bakewell, RN, MS(N), professional education specialist, Center
Cerebral aneurysm--treatment and perioperative nursing care.
AORN Journal ; It is estimated that annually, 10 million to 15 million Americans are treated for cerebral aneurysms, a weakening and saccular outpouching of a cerebral artery. (1) Each year, approximately 30,000 people in the United States suffer sub-arachnoid hemorrhage as a result of cerebral aneurysmal