Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome: Patient Education Presentation Brochure

This assignment presents an educational brochure designed for patients diagnosed with Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS). The brochure includes information on the definition of WKS, its causes (primarily vitamin B1 deficiency and alcoholism), and the impact on brain function. It explains pathophysiological and biophysiological principles, detailing the behavioral changes and potential effects on the pituitary gland. The presentation covers manifestations of the disorder, including symptoms like double vision and eyelid drooping, alongside diagnostic tests and potential abnormal results such as lack of coordination and changes in vital signs. The brochure provides specific information for patients, emphasizing potential cognitive issues and physical limitations such as difficulty moving the eyeballs. The content is supported by references in APA format, offering a comprehensive guide for patients and caregivers dealing with this neurological condition.

What is Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
Definition
Wernicke-Korsakoff
syndrome (WKS) is
the brain disease
that take place due
to the lack of
vitamin B1.
This kind of
syndromes is due
to the joint effect
of Korsakoff
syndrome and
Wernicke’s disease
(WD).
Anatomy
The brain function
may be affected
due to this disease.
Lack of vitamin B1
and B12 are the
most vital cause of
this disease.

What is Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
Basic discussion
The behavioral change
may takes place due to
the issue of the brain
function. The alcoholism
tendency of the people
has negative impression
and effect on the mental
and physical stability of
the people.

Explanation of the patho-physiological
principles Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
Pathological
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome is dependent on the intensity of alcohol consumption.

Explanation of the biophysiological principles
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
Bio-psychological
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome originates while pituitary gland get affected and it
has started showing negative impact

Description of the manifestations of the
disorder
Cause
• Main cause of the
WKS is to take high
level of alcohol
• Limited nutritional
observation can be
the major cause of
WKS
• Lack of vitamin B1 in
human body is the
major reason of this
issue

Description of the manifestations of the
disorder
Effect:
Double vision can be
occurred WKS onset.
The people who are
facing issue of WKS
are having the problem
of dropping upper
eyelid.
Treatment:
Vitamin B1 is required in
order to deal with the
situation.

Diagnostic Tests and Abnormal Results in WKS
Diagnostic Tests
• There are no specific
laboratory tests or neuro-
imaging procedures to
confirm that a person has
this disorder
• Alcohol-related condition
can be monitored for the
identification of the
cognitive tests
Abnormal Results
• Lack of coordination and
clumsiness can be expected in
855 of the case.
• Heart Rate- 135 and above
• Body Temperature- near about
100 degree Celsius
• Blood pressure- higher than
140mmHG

A discussion of the specific information patients
who have the selected disorder
• A patient who is suffering from the WKS
is hallucinate and may face issue in
making sense and proper decision
making
• The most significant factor is that people
having this WKS issue are not been able
to move their eyeball properly.

Source helped
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