This course addresses the complex pathology of traumatic brain injury (TBI), including primary and secondary injury. Understanding the types of TBI provides nurses with a foundation for optimized assessment and care. Throughout the course, diagnosis and management are reviewed, in addition to nursing-specific considerations.
At the end of this series, the health care professional will be able to:
- Identify primary etiologies for traumatic brain injury.
- Differentiate types of traumatic brain injury.
- Discuss nursing-specific considerations for patients with traumatic brain injury.
- Recognize nursing role in managing intracranial pressure for the TBI patient.
CE Credits: This E Seminar is valid for 1.5 CE Contact hours.
Natus Medical Incorporated is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 16614 for 1.5 contact hours.