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What is a common cause of large-vessel occlusions that can lead to specific stroke syndromes?
What is a common cause of large-vessel occlusions that can lead to specific stroke syndromes?
A left MCA infarction primarily results in which of the following symptoms?
A left MCA infarction primarily results in which of the following symptoms?
Which structure produces cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the ventricles?
Which structure produces cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) within the ventricles?
What complication can arise from chronic hypertension affecting the lenticulo-striate arteries?
What complication can arise from chronic hypertension affecting the lenticulo-striate arteries?
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What is the purpose of the ventricular system in the brain?
What is the purpose of the ventricular system in the brain?
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What term is used within this project to collectively describe physician assistants and nurse practitioners?
What term is used within this project to collectively describe physician assistants and nurse practitioners?
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In what year was the acute care nurse practitioner certification developed?
In what year was the acute care nurse practitioner certification developed?
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What has prompted the rapid expansion of the role of advanced practice clinicians into hospital settings?
What has prompted the rapid expansion of the role of advanced practice clinicians into hospital settings?
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Approximately what percentage of physician assistants are currently working in hospital settings?
Approximately what percentage of physician assistants are currently working in hospital settings?
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How has the field of neurocritical care changed in recent years compared to residency and fellowship training programs?
How has the field of neurocritical care changed in recent years compared to residency and fellowship training programs?
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Why is training and experience crucial for advanced practice clinicians working in neurocritical care?
Why is training and experience crucial for advanced practice clinicians working in neurocritical care?
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What outcome has been measured to show the effectiveness of nurse practitioners and physician assistants in intensive care units?
What outcome has been measured to show the effectiveness of nurse practitioners and physician assistants in intensive care units?
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Which hormone is secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
Which hormone is secreted by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland?
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What condition can result from decreased secretion of vasopressin after pituitary surgery?
What condition can result from decreased secretion of vasopressin after pituitary surgery?
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Which structure is NOT part of the basal ganglia?
Which structure is NOT part of the basal ganglia?
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What is the primary function of the basal ganglia?
What is the primary function of the basal ganglia?
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Which component is NOT included in the brainstem?
Which component is NOT included in the brainstem?
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What role does the subarachnoid space serve in relation to the brain?
What role does the subarachnoid space serve in relation to the brain?
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What role does the reticular activating system play?
What role does the reticular activating system play?
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Excessive urine output and resultant hypernatremia are symptoms of which condition?
Excessive urine output and resultant hypernatremia are symptoms of which condition?
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Which meningeal layer is thinnest and closely adherent to the brain?
Which meningeal layer is thinnest and closely adherent to the brain?
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What function is associated with the globus pallidus within the basal ganglia?
What function is associated with the globus pallidus within the basal ganglia?
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What commonly causes a subdural hematoma?
What commonly causes a subdural hematoma?
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What separates the two hemispheres of the cerebrum?
What separates the two hemispheres of the cerebrum?
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Which of the following is primarily managed by the autonomic functions in the brainstem?
Which of the following is primarily managed by the autonomic functions in the brainstem?
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Which lobe is primarily associated with creativity and judgment?
Which lobe is primarily associated with creativity and judgment?
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Which lobe of the pituitary gland contains axons extending from the hypothalamus?
Which lobe of the pituitary gland contains axons extending from the hypothalamus?
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Which structure connects the two hemispheres of the cerebrum?
Which structure connects the two hemispheres of the cerebrum?
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What does the term 'trabeculae' refer to in the context of the subarachnoid space?
What does the term 'trabeculae' refer to in the context of the subarachnoid space?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential condition associated with traumatic injury to the brain?
Which of the following is NOT a potential condition associated with traumatic injury to the brain?
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What are the sulci and gyri on the cerebral cortex responsible for?
What are the sulci and gyri on the cerebral cortex responsible for?
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What is the primary function of the middle cerebral artery (MCA)?
What is the primary function of the middle cerebral artery (MCA)?
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Which structures receive blood supply from the lenticulostriate arteries?
Which structures receive blood supply from the lenticulostriate arteries?
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Where do the vertebral arteries (VA) travel before entering the skull?
Where do the vertebral arteries (VA) travel before entering the skull?
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What is formed when the two vertebral arteries merge?
What is formed when the two vertebral arteries merge?
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Which areas are primarily supplied by the posterior cerebral arteries (PCAs)?
Which areas are primarily supplied by the posterior cerebral arteries (PCAs)?
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What do the superior and inferior divisions of the MCA supply?
What do the superior and inferior divisions of the MCA supply?
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Which of the following arteries supplies the brainstem?
Which of the following arteries supplies the brainstem?
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Which artery primarily supplies the cerebellum?
Which artery primarily supplies the cerebellum?
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Which arteries provide the posterior circulation to the brain?
Which arteries provide the posterior circulation to the brain?
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What is the relationship between the basilar artery and the posterior cerebral arteries?
What is the relationship between the basilar artery and the posterior cerebral arteries?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- This book is titled "Neurocritical Care for the Advanced Practice Clinician"
- It's edited by Jessica L. White and Kevin N. Sheth
- The book is published by Springer
Editors
- Jessica L. White: Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
- Kevin N. Sheth: Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Book Information
- ISBN 978-3-319-48667-3
- ISBN 978-3-319-48669-7 (eBook)
- DOI 10.1007/978-3-319-48669-7
- Library of Congress Control Number: 2017946839
- Copyright: Springer International Publishing AG 2017
Dedications
- Dedicated to colleagues in the Neuro ICU (nurses, physicians, and advanced practice clinicians) for their compassionate care
- Dedicated to neurology patients and their families for the practice and art of critical care neurology
Acknowledgement
- The project highlights interprofessional collaboration between advanced practice clinicians and physicians
- Grateful acknowledgement to contributors for their generous sharing of expertise and experience in neurocritical care
- Thanks to Yale University Neurocritical Care faculty and APC staff, and Guido Falcone for his editorial assistance
Contents
- Chapter 1: The Role of Advanced Practice Clinicians in the Neuroscience ICU
- Chapter 2: Neuroanatomy
- Skull, Fossae, and Meninges
- Cerebrum
- Diencephalon
- Basal Ganglia
- Brainstem
- Cerebral Vasculature
- Ventricles
- Cranial Nerves
- Chapter 3: Neuroradiology
- Chapter 4: Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Chapter 5: Intracerebral Hemorrhage
- Chapter 6: Acute Ischemic Stroke
- Chapter 7: Mechanical Thrombectomy for Acute Ischemic Stroke
- Chapter 8: Malignant Ischemic Stroke and Hemicraniectomy
- Chapter 9: Cerebral Venous Thrombosis
- Chapter 10: Traumatic Brain Injury
- Chapter 11: Intracranial Pressure Management
- Chapter 12: Seizures and Status Epilepticus
- Chapter 13: Neurological Infections
- Chapter 14: Brain Tumors
- Chapter 15: Spinal Cord Injury
- Chapter 16: Neuromuscular Disease
- Chapter 17: Hypoxic-Ischemic Injury After Cardiac Arrest
- Chapter 18: Brain Death and Organ Donation
- Chapter 19: Goals of Care and Difficult Conversations
- Chapter 20: Multimodality Monitoring
- Chapter 21: Airway and Ventilation Management
- Chapter 22: Pharmacology
- Chapter 23: Common Complications in the Neuro ICU
- Chapter 24: Helpful Links and Resources
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