Case report | 25-January-2018
As a speciality practice area, neuroscience nursing is internationally recognised. In 2014 the Australasian Neuroscience Nurses Association celebrated its 40th anniversary. For Indonesian neuroscience nurses, 2014 marked the inaguration of the Indonesian Neuroscience Nurses Association. The following paper provides an overview of health care in Indonesia and development of neuroscience nursing as a specialty through educational and regional collaboration. Postgraduate educational opportunities
Linda Nichols,
Enny Mulyatsih
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 1, 10–16
research-article | 28-November-2019
the ability to recognise and predict behaviour based on ambiguous signs, require applications of intuitive knowledge. Nursing practice involves multiple ways of knowing patients. There is a need to accept more than one mode of thought and emphasise the value of intuition in nursing. Clinical knowledge is gained over time and clinicians are often unaware of these gains. Interpretive description of actual practice uncovers this clinical insight (Ruth-Sahd, 2014; Rew & Barrow, 1987).
Neuroscience
Vicki Evans
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 29 , ISSUE 2, 5–10
research-article | 30-November-2019
Introduction
Oral care is a pertinent issue in neuroscience nursing as many patients are unable to maintain their oral hygiene due to reduced consciousness, cranial nerve palsies or limb weakness. Oral care practice is based on tradition or experience rather than evidence based (Cohn & Fulton, 2006; Coker et al., 2017). Thirteen studies on oral hygiene practice and experience in nursing were explored. Binkley et al (2004) developed a questionnaire tool which formed the basis of four surveys
Caroline Woon
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 1, 10–22
Case report | 10-January-2018
Colin is a neuroscience Registered Nurse originally from the United Kingdom (UK). He had his first seizure in the UK. He and his family emigrated to Christchurch, New Zealand in 2007. Whilst at work on the neuroscience unit, Colin had another seizure resulting in a significant head injury. He was in rehab when the deadly Christchurch earthquake hit. Both Sides of the Counter covers his experience as a neuroscience nurse caring for others and then how things can quickly
Colin Woodhouse
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 1, 20–23
research-article | 30-November-2019
transmissible, nurses can be fearful of caring for such a patient. Having knowledge of the disease will ensure the patient receives the compassionate care that is the heart and soul of nursing such patients. So begins our journey where we had the privilege to care for a young man admitted for investigation into our neuroscience unit. His clinical course was complicated, and his nursing care needs were uniquely specialised.
Delirium in a neuroscience setting: A review of the role of early assessment and
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case-report | 30-November-2017
Background:
An 80 year old man with advanced Parkinson’s disease (PD) was admitted to the neuroscience unit with a worsening decline in mobility. Medical management was the commencement and titration of the levodopacarbidopa intestinal gel (LCIG) Duodopa ® via a naso-jejunal tube, which had been inserted under fluoroscopy in Interventional Radiology. Over a ten day trial period the patient responded well to the administration of the LCIG with much less periods of difficulty with movement (known
Rachael Elizabeth Mackinnon
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 27 , ISSUE 2, 1–4
research-article | 30-November-2019
between 2011 and 2016 resulted in 95 further incidents where 47% of tube misplacements were due to x-ray misinterpretation and 5 of these were due to the interpretation of the wrong x-ray (NHS improvement, 2016). There may also be more misplacements that went unreported.
Internationally, there has been a need for accurate nasogastric placement to avoid x-rays, reduce delays in feeding, prevent repeated insertions and reduce healthcare costs (Rowat, Graham and Dennis, 2018). Neuroscience patients
Caroline Woon
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 2, 13–18
research-article | 30-November-2019
practices were challenged and adapted. Always done with clear evidence, tact and careful coercion if needed. She was never one to blend into a crowd or not express an opinion. She was to the end a loud and proud Neuroscience nurse.
Through Sharryn’s investigative mind and determination to provide best practice she developed a love of research and presented many times at ANNA meetings, winning both the Tonnie Keonin and NSA prizes on more than one occasion. In past years the NSA prize winning paper
Lynette Wallace
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 1, 44–46
conference-report | 28-November-2019
On behalf of the Executive of the Australasian Neuroscience Nurses’ Association (ANNA) it was my pleasure to welcome the delegates, presenters and sponsors to the 2019 ANNA Annual Conference at the Intercontinental Hotel, Wellington New Zealand.
The Annual Conference provides an opportunity to promote the exchange of scientific ideas and knowledge, and to strengthen relationships with colleagues and this year the quality of the presentations were again outstanding. This year saw the inaugural
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conference-report | 02-November-2018
On behalf of the Executive of the Australasian Neuroscience Nurses’ Association (ANNA) it was my pleasure to welcome the delegates, presenters and sponsors to the 2018 ANNA Annual Conference at the Sheraton Mirage Resort on the Gold Coast.
The Annual Conference provides an opportunity to promote the exchange of scientific ideas and knowledge, and to strengthen relationships with colleagues. We were once again joined together with the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia to share some of their
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case-study | 02-November-2018
Introduction:
This case study will examine a patient with a rare and disabling movement disorder. The primary objective of this essay seeks to critically analyse and discuss the neuroscience nursing care and interventions of multifocal motor neuropathy. Firstly, the patients’ clinical presentation, past medical history and the underlying pathophysiology of multifocal motor neuropathy will be comprehensively explored and the epidemiology, etiology and the patients’ risk factors will be
Madeline A Bone
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 28 , ISSUE 2, 4–8
Case report | 25-January-2018
enhancement indicative of meningeal irritation. The neuroscience nurse role in the patient care includes providing a supportive environment and thorough assessment of vital and neurological signs. Treatment aims to improve or maintain a patient's neurological status while prolonging survival and palliation. The literature review will highlight the diagnosis, progression and treatment for LC to further increase awareness and inform neuroscience nurses of increasing trends in management.
Megan Stone
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 2, 11–14
Editorial | 14-June-2019
With only two years until the 13th Quadren-nial Congress it is time for all of us to con-sider the great work that we are doing and start thinking about potential abstract sub-missions. Two years might seem a long way away, but it will come around quickly. I have recently had the absolute privilege to represent my workplace, Australia and the neuroscience nursing community at the European Stroke Organisation Conference in Milan. I was one of over 5600 partici-pants enjoying a packed program
Linda Nichols
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 29 , ISSUE 1, –
case-report | 01-May-2021
Australasian Neuroscience Nurses Association (ANNA) Movement Disorder Chapter (MDC) with no financial funding and/or conflict of interests. The ethics application was submitted to and approved by Northern Sydney Local Health District Human Research Ethics Committee 2019/ETH12872: Parkinson’s Disease Movement Disorder Nurse Specialist Demographic Survey as a low or negligible risk project.
Data was collected through an anonymous online multiple choice survey produced using the website https
Susan Williams,
David Tsui,
Dr Melanie Zeppel
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 31 , ISSUE 1, 15–19
Case report | 10-January-2018
morbidity. This review aims to determine the safety and efficacy of chemical VTE prophylaxis within the neurosurgical setting. The consequences of VTE can be devastating and patients with neurotrauma are amongst those at greatest risk. With this in mind, the neuroscience nurse must be meticulously conscientious for the prevention of VTE in the neurosurgical setting. The neurosurgical nurse has a close affiliation to the patient, is often the first to observe the clinical signs and symptoms associated
Kandace Micallef
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 2, 30–34
research-article | 30-November-2019
, Australia, contains one such example of this; a 22-bed specialized paediatric Neuroscience unit that treats and cares for patients between the ages of 0-17 with a range of Neurological and Neurosurgical concerns (SCHN, 2019). Within the ward sits a four-bed Epilepsy Monitoring unit and laboratory that was upgraded in 2011 to include innovative technologies that enable the Neurologists, Neurosurgeons and Neurophysiologists to pinpoint the epileptogenic zone of the brain responsible for seizure events
Lauren Bollard,
Emily Moore,
Rebecca Paff
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 2, 7–12
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intra-cerebral pressure.
These forces are also produced in the acts of vomiting, coughing and sneezing. As neuroscience nurses, the knowledge regarding the impact of these forces is known to be troublesome in relation to the consequences of these forces on intra-cerebral pressure and the homeostasis of the brain. It should be kept in mind that the involuntary act of sneezing has ramifications from a G-force perspective. The act of sneezing with an open mouth has a force of 2.9G’s. Yet holding in a
Vicki Evans
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 1, 24–29
Case report | 10-January-2018
Managing raised intracranial pressure (ICP) with the use of an external ventricular drain (EVD) is a common occurrence in a neurosurgical setting. A central role of the neuroscience nurse in managing that EVD is to monitor the patient for signs and symptoms of infection otherwise known as ventriculitis. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) sampling from an EVD has historically been completed as a daily routine specimen to monitor for any signs of infection. However, in more recent times there has been
Ruby Crane,
Nicole King
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 2, 7–11
Case report | 10-January-2018
relationships with others. The findings of this study highlight three main themes embedded in the data that a person with MG experiences: living with uncertainty, living with weakness and living with change. These experiences have been interpreted and discussed to gain a deep understanding of the meaning of the disease. This study raises awareness of MG for neuroscience nurses and provides a unique view of this disease.
Trudy Keer-Keer
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 1, 40–46
Case report | 10-January-2018
Purpose: In the field of neuroscience nursing in Japan, the “sitting position without back support” (SB) has promoted earlier ambulation, improved level of consciousness, and prevented disuse syndrome in patients with disturbance of consciousness and impaired mobility. This research was conducted with the aim of examining if respiratory function improved using SB on acute patients on ventilation in ICU. Method: The research design involved daily administration of
Nobuko Okubo
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 1, 31–39
Case report | 25-January-2018
observations of nursing clinical handover was conducted and measured against seven best practice recommendations, followed by the implementation of targeted strategies and follow up audits. The baseline audit revealed deficits between current practice and best practice in four of the seven criteria. Barriers for implementation of nursing clinical handover best practice criteria were identified by the project team and a neuroscience specific nursing handover framework and bundled education strategy was
Kylie M. Wright
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 1, 21–32
research-article | 11-October-2021
instructors and trainers) that use dogs to provide support, for example to adults and children with vision impairment for their mobility, or for therapeutic roles (e.g. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) (O’Haire & Rodriguez, 2018; Stern et al., 2013).
This literature review will use contemporary research from two fields of research enquiry; animal-behaviour and neuroscience, to explore the notion that dog-human interactions have the potential to support the acquisition of social skills in humans. The review
M. Bellio,
S. Silveira
International Journal of Orientation & Mobility, Volume 12 , ISSUE 1, 1–14
Article | 02-November-2017
A powerful approach to the characterization of cellular electrical activity is electrical recording from cells or living tissues. The human central and / or peripheral nervous system has been a subject of study and fascination of the neuroscience and biomedical engineering communities for many decades. In this paper, we propose a new approach to feed implantable neural recording system, which based on extracting electrical power from human tissue warmth in order to supply a biomedical neural
G. Ben Hmida,
A. L. Ekuakille,
A. Kachouri,
H. Ghariani,
A. Trotta
International Journal on Smart Sensing and Intelligent Systems, Volume 2 , ISSUE 2, 229–245
review-article | 30-November-2019
Anna Gręda,
Dorota Nowicka
Acta Neurobiologiae Experimentalis, Volume 79 , ISSUE 4, 338–351
Research paper | 06-February-2018
In the past decade, neural processing has been extensively studied in cognitive neuroscience. However, neural signaling in the nucleus accumbens (NAc) that might clarify reward process remained to be investigated. Male Swiss albino ICR mice implanted with intracranial electrodes into the NAc and the ventral tegmental area (VTA) were used for morphine administration and local field potential (LFP) recording. One-way ANOVA revealed significant increases in low (30.3–44.9 Hz) and high (60.5–95.7
Chayaporn Reakkamnuan,
Dania Cheaha,
Ekkasit Kumarnsit
Acta Neurobiologiae Experimentalis, Volume 77 , ISSUE 3, 214–224
Case report | 10-January-2018
Gilly Smith
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 1, 8–14
Case report | 10-January-2018
Leigh Arrowsmith,
Christopher Tolar
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Case report | 10-January-2018
Amy A. Eisenberg,
Nancy Mclaughlin,
Pejman Cohan,
Chester Griffiths,
Garni Barkhoudarian,
Daniel Kelly
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 1, 24–30
Editorial | 03-January-2018
Vicki Evans,
Miriam Priglinger
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Case report | 10-January-2018
Kathleen McCoy,
Harriet Chan
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 2, 25–29
Case report | 10-January-2018
Nutthita Petchprapai
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 2, 12–19
Case report | 10-January-2018
Anna Smith
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Editorial | 10-January-2018
Vicki Evans,
Dr Mark Dexter
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 25 , ISSUE 2, 5–6
Editorial | 25-January-2018
Vicki Evans,
Linda Nichols
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 1, 5–6
Case report | 25-January-2018
Ryan Gallagher,
Jane Morison,
Michelle Giles,
Judith Henderson,
Sarah Zehnder
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 1, 7–9
Case report | 25-January-2018
Kathleen McCoy,
Harriet Chan
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 1, 38–43
Case report | 25-January-2018
Larissa Engel,
Maira Manch
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Case report | 25-January-2018
Rhiannon Carey,
Christine Holland
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 1, 17–20
Case report | 25-January-2018
Nomathemba Moyo
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 2, 7–14
Editorial | 25-January-2018
Vicki Evans,
Susan Williams
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 2, 5–6
Case report | 25-January-2018
Alison Magee,
Ivan P Bhaskar,
Paul Ilett,
Michael A Murphy,
Yi-Yuen Wang
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 26 , ISSUE 2, –
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Grissel B Crasto
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research-article | 30-November-2018
Malissa A Mulkey,
Sonya R Hardin,
DaiWai M Olson,
Cindy L Munro,
Erik Everhart
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 29 , ISSUE 1, 9–16
research-article | 28-November-2019
Ruth Hosken
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 29 , ISSUE 2, 33–42
research-article | 28-November-2019
Linda Nichols
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case-report | 28-November-2019
It is an honour to be elected as the Australasian Neuroscience Nurses Association President at the annual conference in Wellington, New Zealand thus giving me the opportunity to lead ANNA over the next 3 years. I assure you I am dedicated to neuroscience nursing and will be committed to the role of ANNA President.
I have been a neuroscience nurse for over 30 years, and have been working in the role of Clinical Nurse Consultant at Westmead Hospital for the majority of that time. Those of you
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Editorial | 28-November-2019
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 29 , ISSUE 2, 3–4
case-report | 13-November-2017
Case Review:
A 53 year old male presented to St. Vincent’s Private Neuroscience Unit for an elective C3-C7 decompressive cervical laminectomy for chronic cervical radiculopathy of the left arm. At the time of admission he weighed 77kgs (BMI 25.5). His relevant past history included Type 2 Diabetes and osteoarthritis. His perioperative pathology was all within normal limits.
Postoperatively, his recovery was unremarkable. He returned to the ward with a closed suction sub-fascial drain tube in
Christine Holland,
Sarah Smith
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 27 , ISSUE 1, 14–18
case-report | 23-November-2017
Larissa J. Engel,
Mandy J. Ryan
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to Mr Infante’s cause. Dr Olsen and Dr Lehn had agreed without hesitation to perform the implantation surgery and the Mater Private Hospital Brisbane organised the donation of the theatre time and services of Mater Centre for Neuroscience and associated teams to improve the quality of life for Mr Infante.
Mr Infante was successfully implanted bilaterally into the globus pallidus internus. Following surgery Mr Infante spent a few days in the intensive care unit before returning to the
Vincent Cheah
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 27 , ISSUE 1, 7–10
case-report | 13-November-2017
Caroline Woon
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 27 , ISSUE 1, 11–13
case-report | 13-November-2017
Vicki Evans
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case-report | 13-November-2017
on a card system. When I get frustrated with End Note I always try to take a deep breath and think of the alternatives.
With all these changes and the anticipated changes ahead I read and take on board Vicki’s advise. For me this is another rewarding challenge in my neuroscience journey and I look forward to this next stage.
Cheers and thank you for all your support and guidance Vicki.
Linda Nichols
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Article | 26-June-2018
Kwan Yee (Queenie) Leung,
Sheila Jala,
Rosalind Elliott
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 28 , ISSUE 1, 5–12
Article | 26-June-2018
Madelaine B Rañola
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 28 , ISSUE 1, 5–12
case-report | 30-November-2017
Jordyn A Butler
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 27 , ISSUE 2, 1–5
Editorial | 14-December-2017
publishing has eased the burden of managing paper copies, the challenge for researchers has grown exponentially with the task of locating the most recent relevant literature from the best available source a constant challenge.
Neuroscience nurses must be astute and observant as effective, rapid change management continues to be at the forefront of improved outcomes. However, real change can only occur when we share those findings. The Nursing Board of Australia (2016) Standards of Practice dictate that
Linda Nichols,
Dawid Cecula
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congress-report | 14-December-2017
neuroscience nursing does not. Similar issues are faced the world over. Conferences like this one offers a great opportunity for networking and making new friends. However, a Congress such as this cannot run without the dedicated support of a great team of people, most of whom are volunteers. The respect and admiration for these people cannot be measured and professional and personal associations have been enhanced by this experience. Get involved and you’ll reap the rewards. The networks you make will
Vicki Evans
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 27 , ISSUE 2, 14–14
Editorial | 26-June-2018
Translating Research
As neuroscience nurses we aspire for best and evidenced based practice, but often we forget about the journey of research from being a new finding or information to translating into practice. Historically, there has been a disconnect between the academic researcher and clinical practice and the transfer of new knowledge has been sporadic at best.
One particular example that comes to mind is triple H therapy where the current clinical practice still continues despite more
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Editorial | 26-June-2018
What were you doing in 2001? How much has changed in the world of neuroscience in 17 years? This is the estimated gap between the conduct of high quality research, including randomised controlled trials and systematic reviews, and its eventual implementation into practice. In an era of increasingly rapid changes in technology and patient complexity, and increasing disparities in health outcomes according to geography and socio-economic status there are significant challenges around research
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Editorial | 02-November-2018
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member Dr Jennifer Blundell who can help get you started.
Hope to see lots of neuroscience nurses in New Zealand.
Cheers
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case-report | 30-November-2019
to the qualified staff needed to insert such devices. Local roles and responsibilities may differ substantially and education programs must be carefully crafted with the patient as the central focus.
The World Federation of Neuroscience Nurses (WFNN) represents more than 8,800 members world-wide with representation from 13 countries. Initiatives over the last decade have been aimed at connecting nurses globally to promote the professional practice of neuroscience nursing, foster an open dialogue
Christi DeLemos,
Vicki Evans,
Dawn Tymianski
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 1, 7–8
Editorial | 30-November-2019
acknowledging hospital staff for their commitment!
Neuroscience nurses, across Australasia, in this together Flattening the curve, preventing the spread now or never!
We have always worked hard and put our patients first, Sacrificed our safety and time to ensure patients are nursed!
But now is the time to care for ourselves and ensure we get rest, So we can care for our patients and give them our very best.
Caroline Woon
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 1, 3–3
Editorial | 30-November-2019
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research-article | 01-June-2020
Vincent Carroll,
Kirsten Deutschmann,
Jessica Andrews
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 30 , ISSUE 1, 32–43
Editorial | 01-June-2020
Christie, Vicki and Dawn raise some really valid and pertinent thoughts and as I reflect on their guest editorial in our current Global crisis, the nexus between my two own areas of specialty becomes increasingly pellucid. After leaving clinical neuroscience practice for academia, immunisation and public health intervention is the mainstay of my clinical practice. Preventative health care measures have never been so imperative. From hand hygiene, cough etiquette and the elusive Covid-19 (SARS
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flattening the curve of cases. However, we know that it has not been like this in many other countries that have faces spiralling numbers of cases and insumountable conditions. Our guest editorial does bring back some of the fear and uncertainty that I have faced over the last few months, but mostly it reminds me of the sacrifices that we have all made.
As neuroscience specialists many of us selected our area of practice or for others it selected us. Regardless of where we work, we work with passion, we
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suspended from the sky and everything seemed to become unpredictable. However each country managed things differently.
In New Zealand we experienced our first case on February 28 (See chart below for the growth). By 19 March, New Zealand closed it’s boarders to non-residents with gatherings of more than 100 people unable to continue. We were meant to be holding our annual New Zealand Australasian Neuroscience Nurses Association Conference a few days later and therefore could not proceed despite all the
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research-article | 01-May-2021
helping to reduce tumour volume and improve hearing. The Australian experience is comparable to that illustrated in both the US and the UK, using standardised volumetric measurement techniques and response criteria, and acceptable appropriation of audiometric results.
Australasian Neuroscience Nurses Day May 4th
On 4 May, 1974, Tonnie Koenen organised the first meeting of Australasian neuroscience nurses in Canberra, during the Neurosurgical Society of Australasia’s annual meeting.
About 30 nurses
Simone Ardern-Holmes,
Cassandra White,
Sarita Bahure,
Simon So,
Geoff McCowage,
Elizabeth Hovey,
Simon Troon,
Paul De Souza,
John Simes,
Michael Slancar,
Mark Dexter,
Mark Wong
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mission statements.
As Neuroscience Nurses we need to be leaders and we need to be reactive to the challenges that confront us. We also need vision and a strategic path towards it. We need to look beyond the dark horizon of Covid-19 and be guided, together with guiding those in our care. An essential part of this is understanding our workforce. It is only through measuring, monitoring and formally reviewing our workforce that we can adjust to meet the needs of individuals in our care.
Vision is
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David Tsui
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research-article | 29-October-2021
been very different. This was a satisfying nursing care accomplishment as a nurse.”
Nurses also pointed out regrets such as, “I am ashamed that until now, we have simply gone about our work without giving it thought about the meaning of the care done. I want to continue learning more about specialized nursing care.”
Stage 3: Greater motivation to learn about specialized neuroscience nursing and putting it into practice.
Educational approaches were included in the research where nurses learned
Nobuko Okubo,
Eriko Yokoyama,
Keiko Honda,
Kihoko Takeda,
Hiromi Sakai,
Rie Ishii,
Yuriko Miura
Australasian Journal of Neuroscience, Volume 31 , ISSUE 2, 15–17
research-article | 29-October-2021
Sarah V Samperi,
Peter Kwong,
Terence McGill,
David S Tsui
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research-article | 29-October-2021
Madelaine B. Rañola
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research-article | 29-October-2021
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Editorial | 29-October-2021
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Editorial | 29-October-2021
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