Perform an Excellent Neurological Bedside Exam

Course Overview

Skills and Knowledge Acquired:
This course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform an excellent bedside neurological exam. Participants will learn the basic neurological exam, mental status exam, cranial nerves, cerebellar signs, motor skills, sensory exam, and different gaits. This knowledge is useful for medical students going on a neurology rotation, medical residents, nurses, EMS personnel, primary care physicians, and those who work in the ED to better identify neurological problems.


Contribution to Professional Growth:
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the neurological exam, which is essential for professional growth in the medical field. It covers the basics of the neurological exam, mental status exam, cranial nerves, cerebellar signs, motor skills, sensory exam, and different gaits. This knowledge is useful for medical students, medical residents, nurses, EMS personnel, primary care physicians, and those who work in the ED, as it helps them to better evaluate and triage their patients. By taking this course, professionals can gain the confidence and skills needed to perform an excellent bedside neurological exam.


Suitability for Further Education:
This course is suitable for preparing further education, as it provides comprehensive instruction on the basic neurological exam. It covers topics such as mental status exams, cranial nerves, cerebellar signs, motor skills, sensory exams, and different gaits. This knowledge is useful for medical students, medical residents, nurses, EMS personnel, primary care physicians, and those who work in the ED, as it helps them to better evaluate and triage neurological problems.