Title: Assessment and Management of the Patients with Problems of the Nervous System
Course: NUR 2710C Adult Health Nursing II > Section: Module 5:1 Neurological/Musculoskeletal

Introduction

This module reviews the neurological system, diagnostic tests, and commonly related disease states and effective nursing reactions to each.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate the application of nursing knowledge and skills in the assessment, management, and support of patients with neurological conditions to determine adequacy of mobility, sensation, and cognition.  (SLO 2, 4)

Identify outcome criteria and evaluate criteria used by nurses to determine effectiveness of nursing care of patients with neurologic system disease states.

Identify legal, ethical, and professional responsibility of the nurse in caring for patients with neurologic disease states.

Standards

This Module maps to the following Standards:

1.    Use effective communication skills appropriate for nursing
2.    Apply clinical judgment in providing care throughout the lifecycle using the nursing process
3.    Demonstrate a commitment to ethical/legal practice and continuous learning for personal and professional growth
4.    Provide competent and safe client care in health care settings
5.    Engage in teaching and learning with clients throughout the lifecycle

Readings & Resources

Assessment of the Nervous System, Care of Patients with Problems of the Brain, Spinal Cord, peripheral nervous system, and critically ill patients with neurological problems.

Additional Resources

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