AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Ch. 3 Anatomy of the Nervous System: Digital Version-Index

Index

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This document is an alphabetical index to a comprehensive neuroscience nursing reference. It spans foundational neuroanatomy and physiology; neurological assessment and diagnostic testing; and care across the lifespan, from neonatal and pediatric conditions to age-related changes in older adults.<br /><br />Major clinical topics include traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, seizures and epilepsy, altered consciousness, intracranial pressure and hydrocephalus, CNS infections, brain and spinal tumors, movement and neuromuscular disorders, peripheral nerve injuries, spinal and back disorders, pain and headache, sleep disorders, and neuroendocrine and electrolyte disturbances.<br /><br />The index also covers monitoring and imaging techniques, medications and other treatments, neurosurgical and perioperative care, rehabilitation, and nursing interventions for issues such as mobility, communication, swallowing, bladder and bowel function, skin integrity, and respiratory support. Ethical and end-of-life decision-making, patient advocacy, family and caregiver concerns, and interprofessional teamwork are included as well.<br /><br />Entries are organized alphabetically and use page references, with suffixes identifying figures, tables, and boxes. Overall, the index serves as a navigational guide to the broad clinical, scientific, and professional content of the textbook.

Keywords

neuroscience nursing

neuroanatomy

neurological assessment

stroke

traumatic brain injury

spinal cord injury

seizures and epilepsy

intracranial pressure

neurosurgical care

rehabilitation