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The Nervous System

Medium: Buch
ISBN: 978-1-394-25247-3
Verlag: Wiley John + Sons
Erscheinungstermin: 10.04.2025
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PEATE’S BODY SYSTEMS THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

A CONCISE, ILLUSTRATED, AND ACCESSIBLE GUIDE TO THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

Each of the twelve volumes in Peate’s Body Systems series is rooted in the belief that a deep and thorough understanding of the human body is essential for providing the highest standard of care. Offering clear, accessible and up-to-date information on different body systems, this series bridges the gap between complex scientific concepts and practical, everyday applications in health and care settings. This series makes for an invaluable resource for those committed to understanding the intricacies of human biology, physiology and the various systems that sustain life.

The Nervous System is the perfect companion for students and newly registered practitioners across nursing and allied health fields with an interest in neurological care, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-digest guide for both academic and clinical application. - Equips healthcare students and practitioners with the necessary information to provide safe and competent care
- Features colourful illustrations to aid comprehension, clarify complicated concepts, and render content more engaging and accessible
- Empowers readers to adapt to a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, preparing them for the future of healthcare delivery
- Contains information necessary for effective patient care of those with stroke, dementia, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and other diseases and conditions of the nervous system


Produkteigenschaften


  • Artikelnummer: 9781394252473
  • Medium: Buch
  • ISBN: 978-1-394-25247-3
  • Verlag: Wiley John + Sons
  • Erscheinungstermin: 10.04.2025
  • Sprache(n): Englisch
  • Auflage: 1. Auflage 2025
  • Serie: Peate's Body Systems
  • Produktform: Kartoniert
  • Gewicht: 384 g
  • Seiten: 192
  • Format (B x H x T): 173 x 243 x 20 mm
  • Ausgabetyp: Kein, Unbekannt
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Preface viii

Acknowledgements x

1 Anatomy and Physiology: The Nervous System 1

Organisation of the Nervous System 1

Sensory Division of the Peripheral Nervous System 1

Central Nervous System 2

Motor Division of the Peripheral Nervous System 2

Neurotransmitters 5

Neuroglia 5

Meninges 7

The Cerebrospinal Fluid 7

Brain 7

The Blood Supply to the Brain 11

Circle of Willis 12

The Peripheral Nervous System 14

The Autonomic Nervous System 17

Sympathetic Division 19

Parasympathetic Division 20

Conclusion 21

Glossary of Terms 22

Multiple Choice Questions 22

References 24

2 Assessment of the Nervous System 25

Assessing Needs 25

Assessing the Level of Consciousness 26

Vital Signs 30

Assessment of Pupillary Reaction 31

Motor and Sensory Assessments 31

The Patient History 32

Physical Examination 40

Assessing Mental Status 41

Cranial Nerve Assessment 41

Evaluating the System: Diagnostic Tests 45

Conclusion 45

Glossary of Terms 45

Multiple Choice Questions 46

References 47

3 Stroke 49

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Stroke 49

Ischaemic Stroke 50

Haemorrhagic Stroke 51

Cellular and Molecular Events 51

Epidemiology 55

Risk Factors 55

Non-modifiable Risk Factors 56

Modifiable Risk Factors 56

Clinical Presentation 56

Ischaemic Stroke 57

Haemorrhagic Stroke 57

Transient Ischaemic Attacks 57

The FAST Acronym 57

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 58

Onset and Duration of Symptoms 58

Nature of Symptoms 59

Previous Strokes or Transient Ischaemic Attacks 59

Medical History 59

Risk Factors 59

Medication and Allergies 59

Social History 59

Psychosocial History 60

Pre-existing Conditions 60

Recent Procedures or Surgeries 60

Timing of Presentation to Healthcare Provider 60

Patient’s Perspective 60

Management 63

Post-acute and Long-term Management 66

Health Teaching 67

Conclusion 69

Glossary of Terms 69

Multiple Choice Questions 70

References 71

Other Risk Factors 80

Clinical Presentation 80

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 84

Management 87

Caregiver Support 88

Symptom Management 88

Health Teaching 88

Conclusion 90

Glossary of Terms 90

Multiple Choice Questions 91

References 92

5 Multiple Sclerosis 94

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Acute Multiple Sclerosis 94

Prognosis 96

Epidemiology 96

Risk Factors 97

Clinical Presentation 97

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 101

Management 106

Supportive Care 108

Health Teaching 108

Conclusion 110

Glossary of Terms 110

Multiple Choice Questions 111

References 112

4 Dementia 73

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Dementia 73

Confusion 78

Mild Cognitive Impairment 78

Prognosis 78

Epidemiology 78

Risk Factors 80

6 Epilepsy 114

Equality and Law 114

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Epilepsy 115

Epidemiology 117

Risk Factors 117

Clinical Presentation 118

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 119

Management 123

Seizure First Aid 123

Mental Health and Well-being 124

Equality and Diversity 124

Treatment Goals 125

Health Teaching 126

Conclusion 128

Glossary of Terms 128

Multiple Choice Questions 129

References 130

7 Raised Intracranial Pressure 132

Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension 132

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Raised Intracranial Pressure 133

Consequences of Raised Intracranial Pressure 135

Epidemiology 136

Socioeconomic Factors 136

Risk Factors 137

Clinical Presentation 138

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 140

Management 142

Monitoring 142

Medical Management 142

Ventilation Management 143

Surgical Interventions 143

Cerebrospinal Fluid Drainage 143

Psychological and Emotional Needs 144

Multidisciplinary Approach 144

Prognosis and Follow-up 145

Health Teaching 145

Conclusion 146

Glossary of Terms 146

Multiple Choice Questions 147

References 148

8 Traumatic Brain Injury 150

Head Injury 150

Pathophysiological Changes Associated with Traumatic Brain Injury 151

Mechanisms of Injury 151

Location of the Injury 151

Open Versus Closed Brain Injuries 152

Secondary Injuries 152

Epidemiology 152

Risk Factors 153

Clinical Presentation 153

Severity of Symptoms 154

Symptoms of Specific Types of Traumatic Brain Injury 154

Clinical Investigations and Diagnosis 154

Management 160

Health Teaching 161

Understanding the Injury and Its Effects 161

Medication Management 162

Cognitive and Physical Rehabilitation 162

Emotional and Psychological Support 163

Preventing Complications 163

Safety Measures 163

Conclusion 163

Glossary of Terms 164

Multiple Choice Questions 165

References 166

MCQ Answers 167

Index 168