Neuroscience, Reference 

AANN Core Curriculum for Neuroscience Nursing, 4th Edition, is a comprehensive clinical resource for the practicing neuroscience nurse. It can also be used as a tool for success in achieving the designation of Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) or as a supplemental text for any undergraduate and graduate nursing student studying to care for patients suffering from neurologic disorders. The book is divided into three parts: foundations of neuroscience nursing, specific neuroscience topics, and neurologic issues across the continuum.An easy-to-use outline format comprehensively covers the entire scope of neuroscience nursing in all practice settings.Details the core knowledge base of neuroscience nursing with authorship and endorsement by the AANN, the specialty organization for neuroscience nurses.Follows the current blueprint for the AANN certification exam.Provides an effective guide for teaching and learning for in-service, continuing education, and academic programs.Uses tables, figures and graphs to help illustrate complex concepts.Part I: Foundations of Neuroscience Nursing covers the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, assessment, diagnostic tests, surgical considerations and technology significant to neuroscience disorders.Part II: Specific Neuroscience Topics covers craniocerebral trauma, spine disorders, nerve injuries, tumors, sleep disorders, and pain and headaches.Part III: Neurologic Issues Across the Continuum features pediatric and geriatric issues, rehabilitation, and ethical considerations.Useful resources such as common scales are included in the appendix.Includes revised, updated and expanded content to reflect the current state of neuroscience nursing. - from Amzon