Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Describe the basic functions and common disorders of the Central Nervous System (CNS)
- Identify common disorders of the CNS
- Explain the nurse's role in administering medications for the CNS
- Describe the mechanism of action, indications, nursing considerations, side effects, education needs, and alerts for the following:
- - CNS Depressants
- - CNS Stimulants
- - Antidepressants
- - Anti Manias
- - Antipsychotics
- - Anticonvulsants
- - Anti-Parkinson's Medications
Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 4 hours.
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