Neurological System

In this lesson, we will define what encephalopathy is and identify several types of the disorder.  We will review a variety of risk factors for developing this brain disorder along with education topics on prevention measures.  We will determine signs

In this lesson, we will identify several causes and risk factors for developing a spinal cord injury along with how an injury to the spinal cord affects movement, sensation, and body functions.  The signs and symptoms of a spinal cord

In this lesson, we will discuss some different types of brain tumors and identify causes and risk factors for developing them.  We will look at a variety of signs and symptoms brain tumors can cause along with some diagnostic testing

In this lesson, we will review some causes and risk factors for developing a head injury along with some common signs and symptoms.  Next we will discuss testing used to confirm the severity of a head injury and some potential

In this lesson, we will review some different types of headaches and identify causes and risk factors for developing them.  Next we will discuss treatment methods for the different types of headaches along with nursing interventions aimed at pain management

In this lesson, we will review what discography is and talk about its use in diagnosing the cause of neurological disorders.  We will also look at the important role the nurse plays before and after this procedure in preventing complications.

In this lesson, we will discuss the purpose of a lumbar puncture along with some disorders that it can help confirm the diagnosis of.  We will also look at some potential complications of the procedure that nurses will need to

In this lesson, we will discuss the purpose of a myelogram along with some disorders that it can help confirm the diagnosis of.  We will also look at some potential complications of the procedure that nurses will need to assess

In this lesson, we will define cerebral angiography and discuss its use in diagnosing types of neurovascular disorders.  We will also look at the important role the nurse plays before and after this procedure in preventing complications. Nursing interventions and

In this lesson, we will identify what a carotid ultrasound procedure does and how it can help detect disorders of the vascular and neurological systems.  This is a noninvasive procedure that has few nursing interventions, however we will cover some