Assessment and Management of the Neurosurgical Spinal Trauma Patient

This eBook contains information and learning activities to facilitate the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes incumbent in the assessment and management of the neurosurgical spinal trauma patient.

Key topics include:

  • anatomy of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine
  • medical imaging
  • cervical collars and orthoses
  • glasgow coma score
  • ASIA Impairment Scale
  • fracture patterns and spinal stability
  • overview of spinal injury
  • nursing assessment
  • log roll
  • spinal surgery: laminectomy, spinal fusion & fixation
  • patient education
  • muscle spasm
  • osteoporosis
  • drugs used in neurosurgery.

Certifcate awarded for successful completion - 10 CPD.