Citation

Mortimer DS, Berg W. J. Neurosci. Nurs. 2016; 49(1): 25-30.

Affiliation

Questions or comments about this article may be directed to Diane Schretzman Mortimer, MD MSN, at diane.mortimer67@gmail.com. She is a Traumatic Brain Injury/Polytrauma Staff Physician, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Healthcare System, Minneapolis, MN. Wesley Berg, RN BA, is Rehabilitation Nurse Case Manager, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Healthcare System, Minneapolis, MN.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2016, American Association of Neuroscience Nurses)

DOI

10.1097/JNN.0000000000000253

PMID

27941413

Abstract

This article reviews clinical and research literature regarding the nursing management of agitation after severe traumatic brain injury. Neuroscience nurses in acute rehabilitation settings use an evidence-based approach to perform multifaceted assessments and implement effective individualized plans of care. These essential efforts minimize the effects of agitation and help patients achieve optimal outcomes.

Language: en