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

Index

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This document is an alphabetical index to a comprehensive neuroscience nursing reference. It points readers to information on nervous-system anatomy and physiology, neurological assessment, diagnostic testing, conditions, treatments, and nursing care.<br /><br />Major topics include traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries; stroke, aneurysms, and other cerebrovascular disorders; seizures and epilepsy; brain and spinal tumors; infections such as meningitis and encephalitis; hydrocephalus and intracranial pressure; movement, neuromuscular, and peripheral nerve disorders; pain and headache; sleep disorders; and neurological changes across infancy, childhood, and aging.<br /><br />The index also covers clinical tools and procedures, including neurological scales, imaging, EEG and other monitoring, surgery, medication, rehabilitation, and supportive care. Entries address spinal and brain anatomy, autonomic and endocrine regulation, temperature management, mobility, breathing, swallowing, bladder and bowel function, cognition, communication, and psychosocial needs.<br /><br />Ethics and professional practice are included, with references to informed consent, decision-making, end-of-life care, advocacy, and nursing roles. Cross-references direct readers to related terms, while page references identify where topics are discussed; symbols distinguish figures, tables, and boxes.

Keywords

neuroscience nursing

neurological assessment

traumatic brain injury

stroke

seizures and epilepsy

meningitis

intracranial pressure

neurological disorders

nursing care

end-of-life care