THE NEUROLOGICAL EXAM

Course overview

History-taking and examination of patients with neurological disorders can be both lengthy and demanding. Strengthen your assessment skills as this course walks you through each step in the neurological exam. COURSE OBJECTIVES: Identify the key elements of the mental status exam. Examine the twelve cranial nerves and areas tested. Describe how strength is measured in the neurological exam. Recognize the major reflexes tested during a neurological exam. Describe how to perform a Romberg Test. Specify the five primary sensory modalities of the neurological examination.