Neuroscience Nursing: A Spectrum of Care

By Ellen Barker and Ellen M. Barker, CNRN

Book Overview

Offering in-depth knowledge of neurophysiology, neuroassessment and neuromanagement, this second edition helps ensure that the care of patients with neurologic conditions and disorders is delivered at the highest standards. It provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive information on the subject including a new chapter on Neuroscience Critical Care Management. It also includes additional and expanded content on Health Teaching, Nutritional Considerations, Psychosocial Considerations, Older Adult Considerations, Home and/or Rehabilitation Care and Case Management.

- Each disorder is discussed in a logical, streamlined format
- Discussions of each major disorder conclude with a Continuum of Care section
- Alerts and Tips are provided throughout to focus special attention on content that can help improve patient care
- For each disorder, a special section on Case Management is provided to assist in determining patient needs
- A totally revised chapter on the Neuroscience Patient with Pain and Headache focuses on acute and non-malignant chronic pain syndromes

- In-depth and comprehensive coverage provides a strong foundation for understanding the complexities of neuroscience nursing today
- A comprehensive review of diagnostic tools includes the most up-to-date technology and laboratory studies involved in neurologic diagnoses.
- An interdisciplinary team approach to patient management addresses the complex needs of the neuroscience patient
- Content for each major disorder offers a comprehensive approach to patient management
- A complete chapter is devoted to Adult Neurologic Assessment

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0323014569
• ISBN13: 9780323014564
• Release Date: March 2002
• Publisher: Mosby
• Length: 768 Pages
• Weight: 4.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.8" x 1.5" x 8.4"