NEUROLOGY 203D

Course overview

*Define and categorize types of patient reflexes commonly tested at the bedside examination. *Identify the basic anatomical pathways of central nervous system control mechanisms involved in the various reflexes that can be tested in the body. *Identify the basic anatomical pathways of peripheral nervous system control mechanisms involved in the various reflexes that can be tested in the body. *Describe the evaluation of the four basic types of testable reflexes. *Review and assess concepts and skills necessary to perform an accurate bedside examination of the reflex system. *View and identify patient video vignettes demonstrating lecture points. *Compare and contrast pathological from non-pathological reflex findings.