Disorders of the Nervous System

Cranial Nerves Assessment Chart and Cheat Sheet

Dive into this guide for an in-depth look at cranial nerves, complete with a convenient cheat sheet for quick, on-the-spot reference during your assessments. Whether you're a student or a seasoned practitioner, this resource will make mastering cranial nerves easier and more efficient!

Medical-Surgical Nursing

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.

Psychiatric Nursing

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia refers to a group of severe, disabling psychiatric disorders marked by withdrawal from reality, illogical thinking, possible delusions and hallucinations, and emotional, behavioral, or intellectual disturbance.

Alzheimer’s Disease Nursing Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis

Neurological Care Plans Nursing Care Plans

15 Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Nursing Care Plans

Here are 15 nursing care plans (NCP) and nursing diagnoses for patients with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.

Brain Tumors Nursing Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis

Nursing Care Plans Pediatric Nursing Care Plans

3 Brain Tumor Nursing Care Plans

Nursing care planning goals for a child with brain tumor centers on relieving pain, reducing anxiety, and promoting an understanding of the signs and symptoms of increased ICP and expected changes in body appearance related to the planned cranial surgery.

Hydrocephalus Nursing Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis

Nursing Care Plans Pediatric Nursing Care Plans

4 Hydrocephalus Nursing Care Plans

The nursing goals for a client with hydrocephalus may include improving cerebral tissue perfusion, reducing anxiety, preventing injury, and the absence of complications. Here are five (5) nursing care plans (NCP) for hydrocephalus:

Febrile Seizures Nursing Care Plans and Nursing Diagnosis

Nursing Care Plans Pediatric Nursing Care Plans

5 Febrile Seizure Nursing Care Plans

Nursing goals for a child experiencing febrile seizures include maintain airway/respiratory function, maintain normal core temperature, protection from injury, and provide family information about disease process, prognosis, and treatment needs.

Hematologic and Lymphatic Care Plans Nursing Care Plans

7 Aortic Aneurysm Nursing Care Plan

Nursing care plan for clients with an aortic aneurysm is to modify risk factors, controlling the BP to prevent strain on the aneurysm, recognizing symptoms early, and preventing the occurrence of a rupture.

Musculoskeletal Care Plans Neurological Care Plans Nursing Care Plans

7 Multiple Sclerosis Nursing Care Plans

Use this nursing care plan and management guide to help care for patients with multiple sclerosis. Learn about the nursing assessment, nursing interventions, goals and nursing diagnosis for multiple sclerosis in this guide.

Musculoskeletal Care Plans Nursing Care Plans Surgery and Perioperative Care Plans

8 Laminectomy (Disc Surgery) Nursing Care Plans

Laminectomy is the excision of a vertebral posterior arch and is commonly performed for injury to the spinal column or to relieve pressure/pain in the presence of a herniated disc. The procedure may be done with or without fusion of vertebrae.