March 29, 2017
What you should do:
- Complete the required reading
- Access the slides for the guest lecture
- Review any basic pathophysiology and anatomy related to neuro, if you need
Required Reading
Stroke Core Measures ICU Article
DiSabatino Smith (2017) Feasibility and Effectiveness of Delirium Prevention Bundle
Delgado (2016) Preventing Delirium in Critically Ill Patients
Classroom Learning Activities
Guest Lecture: Past CI graduate Lauren Fink, RN, BSN, Surgical ICU Cottage Health Care System
Brain Death Discussion/Activity
Code Fast/Code Stroke
Spinal Cord Injury Case Study Review
Aging Neurological Issues Lecture and Brain Tour
Short video: What is Alzheimers?
Other Resources: National Institute on Aging; Alzheimer’s Association; City of Camarillo Council on Aging; US Special Committee on Aging
Homework
You choose!
Option 1: Find a Neuro related article or newer intervention in care of Neuro-Spine patients. Report your interesting findings so we all learn together!
Option 2: What are the trends in care for the aging? What can you anticipate the needs will be for the aging (over 65 years) in the next 5-10 years? Are there any concerns?
