Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
7-2018
Document Type
Project
Course Number
5330-OL1
Course Name
Nursing
Professor’s Name
Dr. John Chovan, PhD., DNP, RN, CNP, CNS
Keywords
CIDP, Neurological Disorders, Demyelinating Disorders
Subject Categories
Medicine and Health Sciences | Nursing
Abstract
This poster focuses on chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) and the complex pathophysiological processes associated with the disorder. CIDP is an autoimmune disease impacting the peripheral nervous system by attacking the myelin sheath that surrounds nerves. Specifically, T lymphocytes use many mechanisms to promote cytotoxic attacks on the myelin sheath. Symptoms present over a period of several months and usually begin with motor weakness. Several treatments are available such as corticosteroids, IVIG, and immunomodulating drugs. However, as many subtypes of CIDP exist, more research is needed to provide patient-specific treatment regimens. An overview of the pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, treatments, and implications for nursing care are provided.
Recommended Citation
Holland, Katherine, "Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy" (2018). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 313.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/313