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1 online resource : color illustrations |
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Intro; Foreword; Preface; Acknowledgements; Contents; 1: Neuroanatomy and Physiology; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Cranial Anatomy; 1.3 Meninges; 1.4 Functional Anatomy of the Brain; 1.4.1 Divisions of the Nervous System; 1.4.2 Cells of the Nervous System; 1.4.3 Brain Anatomy; 1.4.4 The Cerebrum; 1.4.5 Cerebellum; 1.4.6 Brain Stem; 1.5 The Ventricles and Cerebrospinal Fluid; 1.6 Circulation in the Brain; 1.7 Brain Systems; 1.8 Cranial Nerves; 1.9 Autonomic Nervous System; 1.10 Cerebral Physiology; 1.10.1 Cerebral Haemodynamics; 1.10.2 Increased Intracranial Pressure; References |
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2: Neuroimaging2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Imaging Modalities; 2.2.1 Computed Tomography (CT); 2.2.2 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI); 2.3 Analysis of a Brain Tumour: A Systematic Approach; 2.3.1 Patient Factors; 2.3.2 Location; 2.3.3 Pattern of Spread; 2.3.4 CT Characteristics; 2.3.5 MR Characteristics; 2.4 Features of High-Grade Tumours; 2.4.1 Oedema; 2.4.2 Enhancement; 2.4.3 Leptomeningeal Metastases; 2.5 Surgery-Related Imaging; 2.5.1 Image-Merged Neuro-navigation; 2.5.2 Post-operative Imaging; 2.6 Differential Diagnoses; 2.6.1 Demyelination; 2.6.2 Ischaemic Stroke |
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2.6.3 Metastases2.6.4 Lymphoma; 2.6.5 Abscess; 2.7 Conclusion; References; 3: Neurological Assessment of Patients with Gliomas; 3.1 Presenting Symptoms of Gliomas; 3.2 Cognitive Impairment; 3.3 Headaches; 3.4 Seizures; 3.5 Neurological Examination and Assessment; 3.5.1 Levels of Consciousness; 3.5.1.1 Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS); 3.5.1.2 The FOUR (Full Outline of UnResponsiveness) Score; 3.5.2 General Observations; 3.5.3 Fundoscopic Examination; 3.5.4 Motor Examination; 3.5.5 Coordination; 3.5.6 Sensory Examination; 3.5.7 Language; 3.5.7.1 Cognitive Assessment; 3.6 Conclusion |
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5.2 Early Presenting Symptom Management ("Acute Management")5.2.1 Raised Intracranial Pressure and Focal Neurological Signs; 5.2.1.1 Dexamethasone; 5.2.1.2 Proton Pump Inhibitor; 5.2.1.3 Anti-emetic; 5.2.1.4 Analgesia; 5.2.1.5 Anti-epileptic Drugs (AEDs); 5.2.1.6 Anti-Platelet and Anticoagulation Therapy; 5.3 Chronic Neurological Disability ("Continuing Disability"); 5.3.1 Post-operative Headaches; 5.3.2 Neurological Rehabilitation; 5.3.3 Cognitive Rehabilitation; 5.3.4 Psychological and Psychiatric Problems; 5.3.4.1 Anger; 5.3.4.2 Anxiety; 5.3.4.3 Depression |
| Summary |
This contributed book focuses on the nursing care and considerations for the most common type of malignant brain tumours? gliomas, out of the 150 different types of brain tumours . The reader will gain specialist knowledge in understanding the disease trajectory of malignant gliomas and gain a deeper understanding of the presenting symptoms and varying treatment options of this highly malignant tumour. High grade malignant gliomas impact significantly on prognosis, with an average life expectancy of 18-24 months from diagnosis, given maximum treatment options including surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. This book takes you through all current treatment options with their associated risks and intended benefits. Brain tumours affect not just the patient, but their family and carers too and this important aspect of holistic nursing care is not to be overlooked. This book encompasses first hand experiences of both a brain tumour patient living with a glioma and aspects from a carer. The structure of this book follows a typical patient pathway from presenting signs / symptoms through to MDT (multidisciplinary team) discussions to surgical techniques and radiological investigations, right through to chemotherapy, radiotherapy and palliative care including end of life care. It provides a distinct overview of the holistic needs spectrum encompassing the entire patient journey and equips the reader with learning objectives set at every chapter. Although this book is primarily aimed at Nurses working at ward level within neuro-oncology, this book is also intended to benefit professionals new to the field of specialist nursing? in particular those working with adult brain tumours and neuro-oncology |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (EBSCO, viewed January 10, 2019) |
| Subject |
Gliomas -- Nursing
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Adulthood.
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Human beings.
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Adult
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Humans
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Homo sapiens (species)
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- General.
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MEDICAL -- Clinical Medicine.
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MEDICAL -- Diseases.
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MEDICAL -- Evidence-Based Medicine.
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MEDICAL -- Internal Medicine.
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Neurology
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Nursing
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Oncology
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Oberg, Ingela, editor
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| ISBN |
9783319767475 |
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331976747X |
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9783319767482 |
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3319767488 |
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