Neuropathophysiology of Nurse Anesthesia

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

• Compare and contrast the contributions of the central and peripheral nervous systems in maintaining homeostasis.
• Create a plan of care for the patient with neurological dysfunction based on scientific principles of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and nursing.
• Appraise the influence of neurological dysfunction on the delivery of anesthesia nursing care.
• Formulate best practices for anesthesia nursing practice based on the inquiry process.
• Describe how caring is used to support the patient with neurological dysfunction.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Classwork/Homework Assigned Readings Apex Anesthesia Review Tutorials and Workbooks Quizzes	10%
Computerized Exam I	15%
Computerized Exam II	15%
Computerized Exam III	15%
Computerized Exam IV	15%
Computerized Exam V	15%
Computerized Exam VI (cumulative)	15%

Grading Scale:

Percentage	Letter Grade
100-93	A
92-85	B
84-77	C
76 or less	F

Attendance/Participation:

Regular class attendance is a responsibility and a privilege of university education. It is fundamental to the orderly acquisition of knowledge. Students should recognize the advantages of regular class attendance, accept it as a personal responsibility, and apprise themselves of the consequences of poor attendance.

Attendance is a critical component of this course and is factored into your overall grade. Active participation is essential for your learning and success in this class.

Planned Absences: If you know you will be absent, you are required to notify the instructor via email as soon as possible and before the scheduled date of absence.

Extenuating Circumstances: In cases of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances that require your absence, please inform the instructor via email as soon as possible. Include details about the situation and, if appropriate, provide supporting documentation.

Repeated unexcused absences or failure to notify the instructor may negatively impact your grade. Exceptions to this policy will be considered on a case-by-case basis for legitimate and documented reasons.

Your communication and proactive approach regarding attendance are greatly appreciated.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

• APEX Anesthesia: Board Review, CRNA Continuing Education. (2023). https://www.apexanesthesia.com/student
• Hall, J. E. (2025). Guyton and Hall Textbook of medical physiology (15th ed.) Philadelphia, PA; Saunders Elsevier.
• Nagelhout, J.J. & Plaus, K.L. (2022). Nurse anesthesia (7th ed.) St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier.
• Pardo, M. C., Jr. (2022). Miller’s Basics of Anesthesia (8th ed).Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier.