Neurological Disorders (Stroke, Seizures, CVA) NCLEX Practice Quiz (150 Questions)
Welcome to your NCLEX reviewer and practice questions quiz for neurological disorders.
Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) or Stroke
Acute Confusion (Delirium) and Altered Mental Status Nursing Care Plan
Nurses play a crucial role in the care of patients with confusion and altered mental status, and their nursing care plan should be individualized to the patient’s needs and circumstances.
Chronic Confusion (Dementia) Nursing Care Plan
Nursing care and interventions for patients with chronic confusion (dementia) are crucial in promoting safety, preventing complications, and improving their overall quality of life by providing a supportive and structured environment, implementing cognitive stimulation strategies, and ensuring adequate communication and collaboration with the healthcare team. Use this nursing care plan and management guide to learn about the nursing assessment, nursing diagnosis, and interventions for caring patients with chronic confusion.
Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle cell anemia is a severe hemolytic anemia that results from inheritance of the sickle hemoglobin gene.
Cerebral Palsy
Cerebral palsy is a complex and non-progressive neurological disorder that affects movement, muscle coordination, and posture. It is caused by brain damage or abnormalities during early development, often before or shortly after birth.
Intracranial Aneurysm
An intracranial aneurysm is a dilation of the walls of a cerebral artery that develops as a result of weakness in the arterial wall.
Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke)
A cerebrovascular accident (CVA), an ischemic stroke or “brain attack,” is a sudden loss of brain function resulting from a disruption of the blood supply to a part of the brain.
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
Lumbar puncture, also known as spinal tap, is an invasive procedure where a hollow needle is inserted into the space surrounding the subarachnoid space in the lower back to obtain samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for qualitative analysis.
14 Stroke (Cerebrovascular Accident) Nursing Care Plans
Use this nursing care plan and management guide to help care for patients with cerebrovascular accident (CVA). Enhance your understanding of nursing assessment, interventions, goals, and nursing diagnosis, all specifically tailored to address the unique needs of individuals facing cerebrovascular accident (CVA).