pt. 1. Foundations of neuroscience nursing -- 1. Cellular physiology of the nervous system -- 2. Anatomy of the nervous system -- 3. Intracranial pressure concepts and cerebral blood flow -- 4. Neuroendocrine -- 5. Assessment -- 6. Neurodiagnostic tests -- 7. Technology -- 8. Perioperative surgical considerations -- pt. 2. Specific neuroscience topics -- 9. Intracranial pressure management -- 10. Hydrocephalus -- 11. Craniocerebral trauma -- 12. Traumatic spine injuries -- 13. Spine disorders -- 14. Peripheral nerve injuries -- 15. Nervous system tumors -- 16. Cerebrovascular events of the nervous system -- 17. Epilepsy -- 18. Infectious and autoimmune processes -- 19. Degenerative disorders -- 20. Movement disorders -- 21. Neuromuscular disorders of the nervous system -- 22. Sleep and sleep disorders -- 23. Pain and headaches -- pt. 3. Neurological issues across the continuum -- 24. Pediatric and developmental anomalies -- 25. Geriatric issues -- 26. Rehabilitation -- 27. Ethical considerations in neuroscience nursing
Summary
This book is a comprehensive clinical resource for the practicing neuroscience nurse. It can also be used as a tool for success in achieving the designation of Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) or as a supplemental text for any undergraduate and graduate nursing student studying to care for patients suffering from neurologic disorders. The book is divided into three parts: foundations of neuroscience nursing, specific neuroscience topics, and neurologic issues across the continuum. - Publisher