APP Orientation Course - Neurology Foundation: Neuro Exam & Localization - ICU Neuro Exam

SUGGESTED COMPETENCIES:

To show competency in this topic area, learners should be able to demonstrate the following to their hospital preceptor or program director:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge of brain anatomy by accurately correlating the clinical presentation with the specific region of injury
  2. Performs a detailed neurologic exam on an awake and oriented patient
  3. Performs a detailed neurologic exam on patients with varying levels of consciousness, including the comatose patient
  4. Perform rapid assessment and focused exam in neurologic emergency situations

INCLUDED TOPICS:
  • Module 3: Anatomy and Pathology of the Brainstem, Basal Ganglia, and Thalamus
  • The Pocket Guide to Neurocritical Care – Chapter 1: Coma Exam Components
  • N-Case: NCS Advanced Nursing Neurological Assessment

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Anatomy of the Brainstem, Thalamus and Basal Ganglia: PRESENTATION
Open to view video.  |  60 minutes
Open to view video.  |  60 minutes
Anatomy of the Brainstem, Thalamus and Basal Ganglia: ASSESSMENT
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  4/5 points to pass
5 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  4/5 points to pass Test your knowledge by completing the assessment. Obtain a score of 80% or higher to pass this exam.
Basic Nursing Neurological: PRESENTATION
Open to view video.  |  87 minutes
Open to view video.  |  87 minutes This presentation will provide an advanced neurological nursing assessment including: consciousness, cranial nerves, motor, sensory, reflex, and spine assessments. Learning Objectives: 1. Discuss the importance of assessing consciousness. 2. Describe a cranial nerve assessment. 3. Explore the significance of a motor, sensory, and reflex assessment. 4. Review the importance of a spine assessment.
Basic Nursing Neurological Assessment: ASSESSMENT
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  3/4 points to pass
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  3/4 points to pass
Advanced Nursing Neurological: PRESENTATION
Open to view video.  |  87 minutes
Open to view video.  |  87 minutes This presentation will provide an advanced neurological nursing assessment including: consciousness, cranial nerves, motor, sensory, reflex, and spine assessments. Learning Objectives: 1. Discuss the importance of assessing consciousness. 2. Describe a cranial nerve assessment. 3. Explore the significance of a motor, sensory, and reflex assessment. 4. Review the importance of a spine assessment.
Advanced Nursing Neurological: ASSESSMENT
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  3/4 points to pass
4 Questions  |  Unlimited attempts  |  3/4 points to pass
APP Orientation Course - Neurology Foundation: Neuro Exam & Localization - ICU Neuro Exam Certificate of Completion
0.00 credits  |  Certificate available
0.00 credits  |  Certificate available