AANN Core Curriculum, 7th Edition, Full Book: Digital Version-AANN Core 7th Ed

AANN Core 7th Ed

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The <em>AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing, Seventh Edition</em> (2022) is a comprehensive professional and study resource for neuroscience nurses, covering foundational knowledge, neurological disorders, and care across the lifespan and healthcare settings.

Its foundations section addresses ethics and end-of-life decisions; nervous-system cells, development, neurotransmission, anatomy, and intracranial dynamics; neurological assessment; diagnostic testing; monitoring technologies; temperature management; and disorders of consciousness. The text emphasizes ethical principles such as autonomy, beneficence, justice, and nonmaleficence, and offers strategies for decision-making and reducing nurses’ moral distress.

The diseases and conditions section covers a broad range of topics, including intracranial pressure and hydrocephalus, neuroendocrine disorders, CNS infections, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, movement and neuromuscular disorders, stroke, tumors, traumatic brain and spine injuries, peripheral nerve injuries, pain, headaches, and sleep disorders. The curriculum also addresses pediatric and developmental conditions, neurological changes in older adults, perioperative nursing, rehabilitation, and standardized certification exams.

Across topics, it connects pathophysiology and clinical presentation with assessment, diagnostic findings, treatment options, complications, and nursing care. Particular attention is given to recognizing neurological deterioration, preventing secondary injury, interpreting monitoring data, supporting patient and family education, and coordinating interprofessional care. It also discusses emerging technologies and approaches, including multimodal neuromonitoring, implantable stimulators, targeted temperature management, and brain–computer interfaces.

Overall, the book serves novice and experienced practitioners in settings ranging from bedside and critical care to outpatient services and rehabilitation, while supporting preparation for neuroscience nursing certification.

Keywords

neuroscience nursing

neurological disorders

nursing assessment

intracranial pressure

stroke care

epilepsy

traumatic brain injury

neuromonitoring

ethical decision-making

certification exam