Journal of Neuroscience Nursing articles from June 2005

Journal of Neuroscience Nursing archives from June 2005

Gender-based nursing care.(educating nurses to examine the impact of gender on a patient's health)(Editorial)
June 1, 2005... When John Gray published his now-famous book, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus, in 1992, he brought to public attention an important view of the differences in thinking between men and women. However, the differences between the sexes go...

Effects of hyperglycemia on neurologic outcome in stroke patients.
June 1, 2005... Abstract: Hyperglycemia in acute stroke patients increases cerebral infarct size and worsens neurologic outcome with and without preexisting diabetes mellitus. Hyperglycemia results from metabolic alterations in glucose metabolism, and is most...

Electroencephalogram abnormalities in children with autism spectrum disorders.
June 1, 2005... Abstract: Children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often are evaluated with electroencephalogram (EEG) studies to assess their risk for seizures or other underlying abnormalities. Their risk is estimated at 7%-42%. EEG studies were...

Using the BIS monitor in palliative care: a case study.(Bispectral Index Monitor)
June 1, 2005... 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 patient's death appears to be imminent. Nursing...

Not your "typical patient": cryptococcal meningitis in an immunocompetent patient.
June 1, 2005... Abstract: Meningitis, when caused by the fungal mycoses Cryptococcus neoformans, is normally seen in immuno-compromised hosts. However, immunocompetent patients are also susceptible to cryptococcal meningitis (CM). In patients with an intact...

Obstructive sleep apnea in neurological patients.
June 1, 2005... 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, pulmonary hypertension, myocardial infarction, stroke,...

Neurofibromatosis type 2--living with the complications: a case study.
June 1, 2005... 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 psychological sequelae. It is characterized by tumors on...

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome in a patient with Parkinson's disease: a case study.
June 1, 2005... 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 medications are suddenly stopped or moderately decreased....

Understanding adolescents: a guide for researchers.(Research Corner)
June 1, 2005... 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 population. The range of adolescent research has...

Neuropsychological Interventions: Clinical Practice and Research.(Book Review)
June 1, 2005... 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 divided into three parts. The first part,...

The Biological Basis of Nursing: Mental Health.(Book Review)
June 1, 2005... 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 text by the author exploring the biological...

Delirium doulas.(usingdoulas to care older adults suffering delirium )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... 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 during hospitalization. One of those risks is the...

Family and staff caregiver perceptions.(Horizons)
June 1, 2005... 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 some form of dementia. Caring for these...

CT angiography for stenosis evalution.(evaluating the accuracy of Computed tomography angiography)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... 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 tomography (CT) angiography has been suggested as a...

Predicting progression in Alzheimer's disease.(Horizons)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... 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 global cognitive function, or tools, such as the...

Melatonin and restless legs syndrome.(Horizons)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2005... 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 rhythms play an important role in symptom...