NEUROLOGY 206A1

Course overview

*Compare and contrast neuronal cells from the neuroglial cells. *Identify various types of neurons of the peripheral and central nervous system. *Describe the types of neuroglial cells found in the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system. *Categorize the types of mammalian nerve fibers by neuron a diameter, conduction velocity and susceptibility to compression. *Describe the incidence and prevalence of dizziness as a complaint. *Define the term "motor unit" from a clinical perspective. *Compare and contrast type one and type two muscle fibers. *Identify anatomical components and describe physiological function of the cell membrane. *Define the terms summation and generator potentials.