Journal of Neuroscience Nursing articles from April 1999

Journal of Neuroscience Nursing archives from April 1999

Errata.(Correction Notice)
April 1, 1999... Please note the article entitled: "The Use and Alternative Therapies in Multiple Sclerosis" written my Pam Newland should have listed her credential as MA not BA. Our sincere apologies.

Organ Donation and Neuroscience Nursing: Your Role in the Process.
April 1, 1999... Abstract: The death of a patient is seen by many nurses as the end of their interaction with the patient and family. However, the option of organ donation may extend that interaction and present another opportunity to serve as an advocate for...

Promoting Wellness for Women with Multiple Sclerosis.
April 1, 1999... Abstract: There is increasing interest in wellness programs among health care providers and consumers. A unique intervention program was developed to promote wellness for women with multiple sclerosis (MS). Key processes include: provision of...

Factors That Contribute to Complications During Intrahospital Transport of the Critically Ill.
April 1, 1999... Abstract: Transporting patients from the protective environment of the intensive care (ICU) unit to other areas of the hospital has become increasingly common since high technologic testing has become an integral part of health care assessment....

Neurologic Mechanisms in Psychoneuroimmunology.
April 1, 1999... Abstract: Synthesizing the neurologic mechanisms of psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) into a schematic model serves as a basis to enhance understanding of the complex interactions within the PNI framework. The examination of current research in...

Secondary Mechanisms in Traumatic Brain Injury: A Nurse's Perspective.
April 1, 1999... Abstract: Effective management of brain-injured patients requires that nurses have a specialized body of knowledge relating to the pathophysiology and treatment of traumatic brain injury (TBI). Current research in this area has focused on the...

Psychosocial Issues for Spouses of Brain Injury Survivors.
April 1, 1999... Abstract: Brain injury has a profound effect on the family system. When the survivor is a spouse, the impact is especially devastating. Roles in the family are changed, responsibilities are shifted and economic stability is often challenged....

International Perspectives on Stroke Rehabilitation.
April 1, 1999... Introduction According to recent estimates from the World Health Organization (WHO), stroke is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and the 6th leading global cause of disease burden, a rank that is anticipated to increase to...

Horizons.
April 1, 1999... A Pain in the Back A newer treatment, combining the benefits of acupuncture and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), has been found to be highly effective in relieving low back pain. The procedure, known as percutaneous...

Stroke Survivors.(Review)
April 1, 1999... Stroke Survivors by WH Bergquist, R McLean, BA Kobyhnski; Jossey-Bass Publishers, 1994, 261 pages. This book summarizes the results of a research study conducted by its authors, a clinical psychologist, stroke survivor and social worker....

Comprehensive Nursing Care in Multiple Sclerosis.(Review)
April 1, 1999... Comprehensive Nursing Care in Multiple Sclerosis by Harper J, Holland N; Demos Vermande, 1997, 286 pages. This book delivers what its title purports: a comprehensive presentation of the care of the individual with multiple wclerosis (MS)....

Adult Brain Attack Database.
April 1, 1999... The Adult Brain Attack Database, developed by AANN Member Tim Shephard, RN, MSN, CCRN, CNRN, CNS, allows clinicians to track key data either by individual stroke patient or group of patients. Designed by a team of clinicians and computer...