Standard Content Outline for FNN Care Modules
The Foundations of Neuroscience Nursing (FNN) orientation program contains 21 PowerPoint modules. Four modules provide a general neurological knowledge base, five modules address pediatric neuroscience, and twelve modules are referred to as Care modules (e.g. Care of the Hemorrhagic Stroke Patient, Care of the Patient with Seizures). Care modules follow the Standard Content Outline listed below.
Sample slides and sample slides with lecture notes from various modules can be viewed by selecting the links below. Samples will open in a new window and may appear small at first. Wait a moment and an button will appear allowing you to expand the image.
Objectives [sample slide from Ischemic Stroke module] [sample slide from Brain Tumor module]
A. Description [sample slides from Severe TBI module]
B. Anatomy and Pathophysiology [sample slides from Mild-Moderate TBI module]
C. Epidemiology [sample slide from Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) module]
D. Etiology and Precipitating Factors (if applicable) [sample slide with lecture notes from SCI module]
E. Patient Problem(s) [below sample slides from the Neuromuscular Disease module]
1. Defining Characteristics (Subjective, patient presentation) [sample slide with lecture notes]
2. Objective Data Assessment (physical exam, diagnostics, labs, and radiology) [sample slides]
3. Interventions
a. medical/ surgical (procedures, equipment, meds) [sample slide with lecture notes]
b. nursing [sample slide 1 with lecture notes] [sample slide 2 with lecture notes]
-assessment
-potential complications (red flags)
c. multidisciplinary team (rehab/discharge planning)
F. Case Study with Discussion Questions [below sample slides from the Hemorrhagic Stroke module]
[sample slide from case study] [sample slide with lecture notes from discussion question]
G. Review Questions [sample slide with lecture notes/answer]
H. Bibliography and Acknowledgements
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