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The Clinical Practice of Neurological and Neurosurgical Nursing

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The Clinical Practice of Neurological and Neurosurgical Nursing

by Joanne V. Hickey

4.6 out of 5

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Neurological and neurosurgical nursing is a specialized field of nursing that focuses on the care of patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions. Neurological conditions include disorders of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, while neurosurgical conditions include surgical interventions on the nervous system.

Neurological and neurosurgical nurses provide a wide range of care, including preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care, as well as ongoing care for patients with chronic neurological conditions. They work closely with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex neurological conditions.

Preoperative Care

Preoperative care for patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions includes a thorough assessment of the patient's medical history, physical examination, and neurological examination. The nurse will also review the patient's medications and allergies, and will provide education about the surgery and postoperative care.

The nurse will also help the patient to prepare for surgery by providing emotional support and by answering any questions that the patient may have. The nurse will also work with the patient's family to provide support and education.

Intraoperative Care

Intraoperative care for patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions includes monitoring the patient's vital signs, administering anesthesia, and assisting the surgeon during surgery. The nurse will also provide support to the patient's family during surgery.

Postoperative Care

Postoperative care for patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions includes monitoring the patient's vital signs, assessing the patient's neurological status, and providing pain management. The nurse will also provide education about the patient's condition and postoperative care.

The nurse will also work with the patient's family to provide support and education. The nurse will also help the patient to transition back to home and community care.

Ongoing Care

Ongoing care for patients with chronic neurological conditions includes regular follow-up appointments with a neurologist or neurosurgeon. The nurse will also provide education about the patient's condition and management, and will provide support to the patient and their family.

The nurse will also work with the patient's other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care for the patient.

Neurological and neurosurgical nursing is a challenging and rewarding field of nursing. Neurological and neurosurgical nurses provide a wide range of care to patients with complex neurological conditions. They work closely with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions.

The Clinical Practice of Neurological and Neurosurgical Nursing

by Joanne V. Hickey

4.6 out of 5