There are numerous neurological disorders that nurses must be familiar with, including:
- [Stroke](#): Occurs when blood flow to part of the brain is interrupted, causing cell death. - [Alzheimer’s Disease](#): A progressive disorder that causes brain cells to degenerate, leading to memory loss and cognitive decline. - [Parkinson’s Disease](#): A neurodegenerative disorder affecting movement due to the loss of dopamine-producing neurons. - [Epilepsy](#): Characterized by recurrent seizures due to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. - [Multiple Sclerosis](#): A disease where the immune system attacks the protective sheath covering nerve fibers, disrupting communication between the brain and the body.
