AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Ch. 25 Sleep and Sleep Disorders: Digital Version-AANN Core 7th Ed

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The <em>AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing, Seventh Edition</em> (2022) is a comprehensive reference published by the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses. Edited by Linda Littlejohns, Molly McNett, and DaiWai Olson, it is intended for neuroscience nurses at all career stages and across clinical settings, and supports professional practice and preparation for certifications and specialty programs.

The curriculum is organized into three sections. The first covers foundational concepts, including ethics, nervous-system 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, infections, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, movement and neuromuscular disorders, stroke, tumors, traumatic brain and spinal injuries, spine and peripheral nerve disorders, pain, headaches, and sleep disorders. The third focuses on care across populations and settings, including pediatric and developmental conditions, neurological care of older adults, perioperative nursing, and rehabilitation. It also includes guidance on standardized test-taking.

The book features extensive tables and illustrations covering anatomy, assessment scales, diagnostic findings, therapies, monitoring methods, and clinical conditions. Its contributors and reviewers include neuroscience nursing and medical professionals from diverse specialties and practice environments. The edition reflects ongoing scientific and technological developments in neuroscience nursing while emphasizing that clinical guidance must be applied with current evidence and individualized professional judgment.

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