Correction.(Correction Notice)
Errors occurred in the article "The Symptoms, Neurobiology,
and Current Pharmacological Treatment of Depression," (Journal of
Neuroscience Nursing, April 2005). In the third paragraph in . . .
Nursing time to program and assess deep brain stimulators in
movement disorder patients.
Abstract: The use of deep brain stimulation (DBS) to treat movement
disorders such as Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and
dystonia is increasing. Although some published literature describes . . .
Carotid-cavernous sinus fistula: a case study.
Abstract: Carotid-cavernous sinus fistulae are rare, but serious,
vascular anomalies which may develop following traumatic injury to the
skull base. Fractures or the shearing forces of severe head . . .
Decompressive hemicraniectomy with duraplasty: a treatment for
large-volume ischemic stroke.(treatment of intracranial pressure
Abstract: Increased intracranial pressure (ICP) is a cause of death
and disability in neurological patients. Patients experiencing malignant
stroke of the middle cerebral artery (MCA) have a high . . .
Lumbar spine: common pathology and interventions.
Abstract: Lumbar herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP) and lumbar spinal
stenosis (LSS) are common spine pathologies with different clinical
presentations and interventions. HNP generally has an acute . . .
Different brain tissue oxygen monitors have different
thresholds.(Letter to the Editor)
We read with interest a recent article published in the December
2004 issue of the Journal of Neuroscience Nursing by Wendy Stevens
entitled, "Multimodality Monitoring: Head Injury Management . . .
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in nursing.(Editorial)
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) has become a recognized
condition by mental health experts. PTSD is an anxiety disorder
following an event a person perceived to be physically threatening . . .
Melatonin and restless legs syndrome.(Horizons)(Brief
Article)
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) affects about 10% of the Caucasian
population. In those it affects, it can be extremely disrupting to the
sleep cycle. It has been suggested recently that circadian . . .
Predicting progression in Alzheimer's
disease.(Horizons)(Brief Article)
Although the course of Alzheimer's disease (AD) is variable,
families still seek to know how fast a patient will progress.
Progression has been measured using various endpoints, such as . . .
CT angiography for stenosis evalution.(evaluating the accuracy of
Computed tomography angiography)(Brief Article)
Imaging of the carotid arteries is an important part of the work-up
for transient ischemic attack (TIA) and stroke. Angiography remains the
gold standard, but it is not without risk. Computed . . .
Family and staff caregiver perceptions.(Horizons)
Dementia is a common and serious health problem for the elderly
population. It is estimated that 80%-10% of persons 65 years of age or
older and 30% of persons 85 years of age or older now have . . .
Delirium doulas.(usingdoulas to care older adults suffering
delirium )(Brief Article)
In 2002, an estimated 12.3% of the U.S. population was 65 years of
age or older, and this percentage is expected to rise. The elderly have
an increased risk of hospitalization and complications . . .
The Biological Basis of Nursing: Mental Health.(Book
Review)
The Biological Basis of Nursing: Mental Health
William T. Blows, Routledge, 29 W. 35th Street, New York, NY 10001,
2002, $104.95, 271 pages, ISBN 0415-24854-X
This book is the second nursing . . .
Neuropsychological Interventions: Clinical Practice and
Research.(Book Review)
Neuropsychological Interventions: Clinical Practice and Research
Paul J. Eslinger, Editor, The Guilford Press,
http://www.guilford.com/, 2002, $52.00, 360 pages, ISBN 1572307447
This book is . . .
Understanding adolescents: a guide for researchers.(Research
Corner)
Adolescent-focused research has lead to significant improvements in
our understanding of adolescent health, as well as the development of
innovative healthcare interventions for this vulnerable . . .
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome in a patient with Parkinson's
disease: a case study.
Abstract: Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a potentially
lethal condition that has been described in patients with idiopathic
Parkinson's disease (PD) after long-term dopaminergic . . .
Neurofibromatosis type 2--living with the complications: a case
study.
Abstract: Neurofibromatosis is a disease caused by a chromosomal
defect that can occur spontaneously or be inherited. The disease is
grossly disfiguring and carries with it significant . . .
Obstructive sleep apnea in neurological patients.
Abstract: Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious condition that
is common among neurological patients. If undiagnosed and untreated, it
may lead to hypertension, coronary heart disease, . . .
Not your "typical patient": cryptococcal meningitis in
an immunocompetent patient.
Abstract: Meningitis, when caused by the fungal mycoses
Cryptococcus neoformans, is normally seen in immuno-compromised hosts.
However, immunocompetent patients are also susceptible to . . .
Using the BIS monitor in palliative care: a case
study.(Bispectral Index Monitor)
Abstract: The majority of deaths occur in the hospital setting, and
of these deaths, 20% are in an intensive care unit (ICU). Care provided
on the ICU shifts from curative to palliative when a . . .
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