APP Orientation Course Bundle #1 - Neurology Foundation: Neuro Exam & Localization - ICU Neuro Exam
SUGGESTED COMPETENCIES:
To show competency in this topic area, learners should be able to demonstrate the following to their hospital preceptor or program director:
- Demonstrate knowledge of brain anatomy by accurately correlating the clinical presentation with the specific region of injury
- Performs a detailed neurologic exam on an awake and oriented patient
- Performs a detailed neurologic exam on patients with varying levels of consciousness, including the comatose patient
- Perform rapid assessment and focused exam in neurologic emergency situations
INCLUDED TOPICS:
- Module 3: Anatomy and Pathology of the Brainstem, Basal Ganglia, and Thalamus
- The Pocket Guide to Neurocritical Care – Chapter 1: Coma Exam Components
- N-Case: NCS Advanced Nursing Neurological Assessment
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Anatomy of the Brainstem, Thalamus and Basal Ganglia: PRESENTATION
Open to view video. | 60 minutes
Open to view video. | 60 minutes
Advanced Nursing Neurological: PRESENTATION
Open to view video. | 87 minutes
Open to view video. | 87 minutes
This presentation will provide an advanced neurological nursing assessment including: consciousness, cranial nerves, motor, sensory, reflex, and spine assessments.
Learning Objectives:
1. Discuss the importance of assessing consciousness.
2. Describe a cranial nerve assessment.
3. Explore the significance of a motor, sensory, and reflex assessment.
4. Review the importance of a spine assessment.
Pocket Guide to NCC - Chapter 1: Components of the Coma Exam
Open to download resource.
Open to download resource.
