A Review of Neuronal Pathways Associated with Consciousness
Document Type
Article
Subject Area(s)
Arousal; Coma; Consciousness; Consciousness Disorders; Humans
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Accurate communication of information regarding fluctuations in level of consciousness is critical. It is, important for nurses to understand terms related to consciousness to appropriately assess and implement plans of care. CONTENT: Although the neurobiology of consciousness is complex and multifaceted, consciousness can be conceptualized as having 2 distinct but interrelated dimensions: arousal and awareness. The different levels of consciousness are thought to fall on a continuum ranging from being fully awake to coma. CONCLUSION: This article focuses on the terms of consciousness, awareness, and arousal along with nursing implications where appropriate.
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Publication Info
Published in The Journal of Neuroscience Nursing : Journal of the American Association of Neuroscience Nurses, Volume 53, Issue 1, 2021, pages 39-43.
APA Citation
Mulkey, M., Everhart, D. E., Gencarelli, A., Sorrell, A., & Kim, S. (2020). A Review of Neuronal Pathways Associated With Consciousness. Journal of Neuroscience Nursing, 53(1), 39–43.https://doi.org/10.1097/JNN.0000000000000559
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© 2020 American Association of Neuroscience Nurses