AMYOTROPHIC LATERAL SCLEROSIS

Course overview

This self-instructional program examines the pathology, signs and symptoms, research, treatment and support approaches for a patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease. This disease is characterized by the progressive death of the motor neurons. Constant reinforcement of all of the many things that need to be learned from multiple specialists need to happen as each specific consult occurs. The course provides many specific how-to's for each specialty, that can be taught to the patient.