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Neuro Nurse Crash Course

Introduction

Goals & Objectives of the Course (1:45)
Disclosures and Disclaimers
Kati Kleber, MSN RN CCRN-K
Melissa Stafford, BSN RN CCRN SCRN

Abbreviated Neuro Anatomy

Circulatory System of the Brain
Lobes of the Brain
Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
Cerebral Perfusion Pressure (CPP)

Neuro Disease Processes

Brain Injuries
Spine Injuries
Infections
Neuro Degenerative Disorders

Primary and Secondary Injury

Definitions
Prevention (8:02)
Causes
Treatments

It's All About the Salt

Why Sodium is Crucial
Symptoms of Hypernatremia and Hyponatremia
Patient Examples
Salt Syndromes
Treatment of Sodium Imbalances

Neuro Orientation

What to Expect
Practical Preparedness

Nursing Report

Neuro Report
Utilizing the Medical Record
Example Floor Patient Report (3:56)
Example Neuro ICU Report (11:33)

The Neuro Assessment

Why it's Crucial & General Tips
Noticing Subtle Neuro Changes (10:06)
Conscious Neuro ICU Patient Assessment (24:48)
Unconscious Neuro ICU Patient Assessment (28:27)
Neuro Floor Patient Considerations (10:55)
Communicating Assessment Findings
Documenting Assessment Findings

Time Management

ICU Patient Management (20:31)
Floor Patient Management

Medications

Drips
Neuro-Specific Meds
Central Lines (17:45)

Brain Death and Organ Donation

Definition of Brain Death
Organ Donation

Resources & References

Resources
References
Feedback & Contact
OPTIONAL: 5.0 Continuing Education Credits

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