Overview
Learn about myasthenia gravis in this comprehensive nursing NCLEX review video. Explore the pathophysiology, symptoms, treatment options, and nursing interventions for this autoimmune condition affecting voluntary muscle control. Understand the role of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and the thymus gland in the disease process. Discover key symptoms such as muscle weakness, ptosis, and difficulty swallowing. Examine treatment approaches including anticholinesterase medications, corticosteroids, and thymectomy. Gain insights into the Tensilon test for diagnosis and differentiation between myasthenic and cholinergic crises. Master essential nursing interventions, including airway monitoring, neuromuscular assessment, and patient education. Prepare for NCLEX questions and enhance your knowledge of this complex neurological disorder.
Syllabus
Intro
What is Myasthenia Gravis
Pathophysiology
Neuromuscular Junction
Acetylcholine Esterase
Signs and Symptoms
Complications
Nursing Interventions
Treatment
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