title: Neurologic complications of open heart surgery.
abstract: Although infrequent, neurologic complications incurred following cardiac surgery represent significant morbidity. This article presents probable mechanisms of nervous system injury and discusses assessment techniques to identify the stated dysfunctions. Diagnoses for problems amenable to nursing interventions are also presented.
authors.forename: N M
authors.initials: NM
authors.lastname: Leahy
mesh_terms: D006348:Cardiac Surgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002493:Central Nervous System Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology* / Q000451:nursing; D006801:Humans; D009460:Neurologic Examination; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D012307:Risk Factors