Journal of Neuroscience Nursing articles from August 2007

Journal of Neuroscience Nursing archives from August 2007

Centers of excellence: getting on the bandwagon.(Editorial)
August 1, 2007... I saw a recent advertisement touting the designation of a hospital as a center of excellence, and it prompted me to think that perhaps this was the latest in a long line of bandwagons that the medical community climbs onto to set ourselves...

Fever management practices of neuroscience nurses, part II: Nurse, patient, and barriers.
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Fever is frequently encountered by neuroscience nurses in patients with neurological insults and often results in worsened patient outcomes when compared with similar patients who do not have fever. Best practices in fever management...

Correction.(Correction notice)
August 1, 2007... Readers should note that there was an error in the June 2007 article "Fever Management Practices of Neuroscience Nurses: National and Regional Perspectives" by H. J. Thompson, C. J. Kirkness, E H. Mitchell, and D. J. Webb. On page 161,...

Recognizing involuntary emotional expression disorder.(Disease/Disorder overview)
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Involuntary crying or laughing are symptoms of a condition known as involuntary emotional expression disorder (IEED). This disorder is common among patients with stroke and other neurological disorders, such as multiple sclerosis,...

Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis.(Disease/Disorder overview)(Case study)
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a monophasic, demyelinating disease of the central nervous system that predominately affects prepubertal children. It is typically characterized by an abrupt onset of neurologic symptoms...

The Impact of migraine: a case study.(Case study)
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Migraine headaches are common and among the most disabling nonfatal conditions of humankind. They are frequently misdiagnosed, which may lead to undertreatment. Patients often self-diagnose and self-medicate, resulting in inadequate...

A Comparison of Working Versus Nonworking Family Caregivers of Stroke Survivors.
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Because of the trend toward shorter hospital stays, family caregivers of stroke survivors are expected to accept more responsibility for helping survivors during the subacute recovery process. The caregiver role is associated with...

Cognitive remediation therapies for older adults: implications for nursing practice and research.
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Among older adults, 20%-56% report having cognitive problems, and such cognitive complaints frequently correspond to actual neuropsychological impairment. The loss of cognitive abilities can be frustrating and frightening and can have...

Stroke versus primary CNS lymphoma in the immunocompromised patient.(central nervous system )
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Primary central nervous system (CNS) lymphomas are an uncommon form of brain neoplasm that should be considered in the immunocompromised patient with neurological changes. It can be difficult to distinguish primary CNS lymphoma from...

FAST stroke prevention educational Program for Middle School Students: pilot study results.
August 1, 2007... Abstract: This pilot study evaluated the effects of FAST Stroke Prevention Educational Program for Middle School Students, a 2-month stroke prevention educational program targeted to middle school students. The FAST program focused on improving...

Job satisfaction among multiple sclerosis certified nurses.
August 1, 2007... Abstract: Several studies document high levels of job satisfaction among certified nurses, but no study has examined job satisfaction and factors influencing job satisfaction of certified multiple sclerosis (MS) nurses. This study tested a...