AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Ch. 30 Strategies for Successful Standardized Test Taking: Digital Version-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, diagnostic testing, and care across the lifespan, from neonatal disorders to age-related neurological changes.<br /><br />Major clinical topics include traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries; ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke; epilepsy and seizures; infections; brain and spinal tumors; hydrocephalus and intracranial pressure; movement, neuromuscular, and peripheral nerve disorders; spinal conditions; pain and headaches; sleep disorders; and rehabilitation. The index also covers neuroendocrine and electrolyte disturbances, temperature management, perioperative care, and end-of-life issues.<br /><br />Entries point readers to discussions of symptoms, assessment scales, imaging and monitoring methods, medications, procedures, nursing interventions, and patient education. Ethical principles, decision-making, interdisciplinary teamwork, and rehabilitation are included as well. Page references use symbols to identify figures, tables, and boxes.

Keywords

neuroscience nursing

neurological assessment

traumatic brain injury

stroke care

epilepsy

spinal cord injury

intracranial pressure

neuroanatomy

rehabilitation

patient education