Reye’s Syndrome Basics for Nursing Students - ENCORE! #257

Reye’s syndrome is a rare but very serious condition that involves acute encephalopathy, cerebral edema and fatty liver failure. The pathophysiology is not fully understood but what we do know points to mitochondrial injury secondary to viral illness and the use of aspirin in young children.

In this episode you will learn:

Who is most affected by Reye’s syndrome

Complications of the condition

Signs and symptoms

Key assessments and diagnostic tests

Nursing interventions and other treatments

What to teach parents

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This is a throwback to episode 257 of the Straight A Nursing School Podcast, where nursing school help is at your fingertips with hundreds of episodes covering your journey from taking the TEAS through passing NCLEX and having success as a new-grad nurse.