AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Ch. 11 Hydrocephalus: Digital Version-AANN Core 7th Ed

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The <em>AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing, Seventh Edition</em> is a comprehensive reference published in 2022 by the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses and edited by Linda Littlejohns, Molly McNett, and DaiWai Olson. It is intended for neuroscience nurses at all experience levels and supports clinical practice, professional development, and preparation for certification examinations.

The curriculum is organized into three sections. The first covers foundational neuroscience concepts, including ethics, nervous-system cellular physiology and anatomy, intracranial dynamics, neurological assessment, diagnostic testing, monitoring technologies, temperature management, and consciousness. The second addresses neurological diseases and conditions, such as intracranial pressure disorders, hydrocephalus, neuroendocrine problems, infections, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, movement and neuromuscular disorders, stroke, tumors, traumatic brain and spine injuries, peripheral nerve injuries, pain, headaches, and sleep disorders. The third focuses on care across populations and settings, including pediatric and developmental conditions, neurological issues in older adults, perioperative care, and rehabilitation, and concludes with guidance on standardized test taking.

Tables and illustrations support the text with clinical reference material on assessment, diagnostic findings, treatments, anatomy, monitoring, and functional outcomes. The book reflects contributions from a broad group of neuroscience nursing and interdisciplinary experts, and acknowledges earlier editions that helped establish the curriculum. Its publisher emphasizes that clinical knowledge and therapies evolve and advises readers to consult current medication information and rely on qualified prescribers for individualized treatment decisions.

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traumatic brain injury

pediatric neurology

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