AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Ch. 29 Rehabilitation: Digital Version-AANN Core 7th Ed

AANN Core 7th Ed - Covers & Contents

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The <em>AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing</em>, Seventh Edition (2022), is a comprehensive reference published by the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses. Edited by Linda Littlejohns, Molly McNett, and DaiWai Olson, it supports neuroscience nursing practice and preparation for professional certification.

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 stroke, epilepsy, movement and neuromuscular disorders, infections, tumors, traumatic brain and spine injuries, pain, headaches, and sleep disorders. The third focuses on care across populations and settings, including pediatric and older adult patients, perioperative care, and rehabilitation. A final chapter offers guidance on standardized test taking.

The book brings together clinical knowledge and practice considerations for nurses working across neuroscience specialties, age groups, and care environments. Its tables, illustrations, assessment tools, and clinical topics are intended to help readers connect neurological science with patient assessment and care. Contributors and reviewers include neuroscience nurses and clinicians from a range of disciplines and institutions.

The publisher notes that nursing practice evolves as research and clinical experience advance. Readers are advised to consult current drug information and rely on the licensed prescriber’s judgment for individual treatment decisions.

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neuroscience nursing

AANN Core Curriculum

neurological assessment

stroke

epilepsy

traumatic brain injury

nervous system physiology

pediatric nursing

rehabilitation care

professional certification