Journal of Neuroscience Nursing articles from October 2000

Journal of Neuroscience Nursing archives from October 2000

Relative Age.(health care for the elderly)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... Every year on my birthday, I receive cards from a number of places and persons, some welcome, such as those from my family, and some not welcome, such as those from my insurance agent telling me my premiums have increased as I am another year...

Functional Anatomy of the Basal Ganglia.
October 1, 2000... Abstract: The basal ganglia are a series of interconnected nuclei located deep within the cerebral hemispheres. These structures play an important role in movement. Complex feedback loops form direct and indirect pathways that balance...

Hypokinetic Movement Disorders.
October 1, 2000... Abstract: Hypokinesis is the term used to refer to slow or reduced movement. Hypokinetic movement disorders are often referred to as parkinsonisms because they display clinical features of idiopathic Parkinson's disease (IPD). As a result,...

Restorative Neurology in Movement Disorders.
October 1, 2000... Abstract: Cell replacement for restoration of neurological functions in patients with movement disorders has been investigated for more than 15 years. Initial attempts used autologous adrenal medulla gratis implanted into the denervated...

The Experience of Disease: Psychosocial Aspects of Movement Disorders.
October 1, 2000... Abstract: Chronic neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's disease or Huntington's disease, have a strong impact on quality of life. Psychosocial problems arise from the disease itself, as well as from those who provide care. When no...

Implementing a Stroke Risk Assessment Program in a Community Setting.(Statistical Data Included)
October 1, 2000... Abstract: Stroke, one of the most catastrophic medical events to befall an individual, is also one of the most preventable. Stroke risk assessment screenings (SRAS) provide an ideal means of lowering the risk by identifying high-risk...

Intracranial Pressure Waveform Analysis: Clinical and Research Implications.
October 1, 2000... Abstract: Assessment of intracranial adaptive capacity is vital in critically ill individuals with acute brain injury because there is the potential that nursing care activities and environmental stimuli to result in clinically significant...

Cerebral Oxygenation in the Traumatically Brain-Injured Patient: Are ICP and CPP Enough?(intracranial pressure, cerebral perfusion pressure)
October 1, 2000... Abstract: Secondary brain injury results in increased morbidity and mortality in the traumatically brain-injured (TBI) patient. Research has shown that prevention of secondary brain injury, as characterized by cerebral ischemia and edema, can...

Vulnerable Populations in Neuroscience Nursing Research.
October 1, 2000... As research becomes more prevalent, the nurse researcher must understand the principles of conducting research with vulnerable and special populations. These populations are recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services...

To Coil or Not to Coil.(treatment of basilar artery aneurysms)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... Surgical treatment of basilar artery aneurysms is risky at best. Fortunately, endovascular treatment offers an alternative to surgery in these formidable lesions. A recent study from University of Cincinnati compared the two approaches....

ANA Agenda.(American Nurses Association)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... Although the American Nurses Association (ANA) strives to serve as a voice for all nurses, the vast majority of nurses still are not members. But even nonmember nurses should be interested in the ANA agenda, because it does affect all of...

Look Into My Eyes.(measuring intracranial pressure)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... From the time intracranial pressure (ICP) was first discovered, both researchers and clinicians have searched for the optimum method for measuring it. The ideal measurement method is quick, noninvasive, repeatable, and accurate. A recent report...

Bridging the Gap.(facial nerve surgery)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... The facial nerve may be purposefully or inadvertently cut during surgery in the cerebellopontine angle. Repair of this nerve remains a challenge. Current approaches include a hypoglossal to facial nerve anastamosis, which may still not restore...

Brain Tumor Treatment Video.(Review)
October 1, 2000... Some patients prefer to view, rather than read, information about their disease. Videotapes on brain tumor are scant, but the American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) has developed a comprehensive videotape on the subject called, "Treating Adult...

New Epilepsy Drugs.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... The past decade has seen the introduction of a number of new treatment options for patients with seizures. These drugs have dramatically improved the quality of life. Two of the newest drugs approved are levetiracetam and oxcarbazepine. ...

Bodybuilding for ALS.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2000... Bodybuilders are very familiar with the benefits of the amino acid creatine for enhancing bulk and strength. Now it appears that creatine may have clinical application in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. In a study report from Beal et al. at...