AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Ch. 14 Epilepsy: Digital Version-Index

Index

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This document is an alphabetical index to a comprehensive neuroscience and neurological nursing reference. It spans foundational topics—including nervous system anatomy, development, cellular physiology, neurotransmission, and neurological assessment—and covers diagnostic methods such as imaging, EEG, laboratory studies, and intracranial monitoring.<br /><br />Major clinical areas include traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries; ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke; seizures and epilepsy; infections, tumors, hydrocephalus, and other intracranial disorders; movement, neuromuscular, and peripheral nerve conditions; spinal disorders; pain and headache; sleep disorders; and neurological changes associated with aging. Pediatric and neonatal neurological conditions are also represented.<br /><br />The index highlights management and nursing concerns, including medications, surgery, rehabilitation, temperature and pressure management, respiratory and bowel/bladder care, mobility, communication, nutrition, and patient and caregiver support. It also includes assessment scales, professional practice, ethical decision-making, end-of-life care, and emerging technologies. Page references direct readers to detailed information throughout the source text.

Keywords

neuroscience

neurological nursing

nervous system anatomy

neurological assessment

brain injury

stroke

seizures

intracranial disorders

pediatric neurology

neurodiagnostic methods