NEUROLOGY 211C

Course overview

*Define vertigo and differentiate vertigo in the "dizzy" patient population *Identify disorders that cause dizziness and vertigo. *Discuss modes of presentation, providers consulted and other aspects. *Differentiate primary and secondary dizziness. *Understand aspects of serious and other uncommon causes of dizziness. *Describe basic anatomy and physiologic function of components of the vestibular system. *Demonstrate and comprehend performance of the Dix-Hallpike and Eply Maneuvers. *Define and diagnose Benign Positional Paroxysmal Vertigo (BPPV). *Perform a bedside examination for evaluation of the dizzy patient.