Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN)
Academic Term
Summer 2015
Document Type
Project
Course Number
NURS 5330
Course Name
Advanced Pathophysiology
Professor’s Name
John D. Chovan, James R. Cacchillo
Keywords
Succinylcholine, Inhaled Anesthetics
Subject Categories
Medical Pathology | Medicine and Health Sciences | Musculoskeletal Diseases | Nursing | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms
Abstract
Malignant hyperthermia, though uncommon, is a serious and life threatening condition. Malignant hyperthermia is an autosomal dominant disorder that affects skeletal muscle. It can be caused by various general anesthetic agents like succinylcholine and several inhaled anesthetics. Malignant hyperthermia is a relevant topic to certified registered nurse anesthetists due to the potentially fatal result if not recognized and treated promptly. In understanding the pathophysiology, risk factors, signs and symptoms, epidemiology, and current treatments the health care provider can help to prevent complications due to this disorder (Nagelhout, 2014).
Recommended Citation
Reing, Eric, "Malignant Hyperthermia: A Clinical Crisis" (2015). Nursing Student Class Projects (Formerly MSN). 83.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_msn/83
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