Emergency Neurology in Adults I
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Residency Speciality
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About Study Course
Objective
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Obtain and present a complete neurological history including all relevant components. Conduct a comprehensive and complete neurological exam. The student should also be able to describe the anatomic and physiologic basis of the neurological examination as it relates to the clinical problem. Present and document a succinct and accurate neurological history and examination.Appropriately apply diagnostic studies to the evaluation of neurological patients. Demonstrate knowledge of the major categories of neurological disease and their primary modes of presentation.
Skills
1.1 st year of residency ( 8 weeks) – independent work in emergency department under continues supervision 4 th year of residency ( 4 weeks) – independent work in emergency and neurology department under supervision • Independently gathered history information • Observed patient interview • Independently performed physical exam • Presented patient case • Wrote patient note • Observed procedure • Performed procedure (no procedures required for this clerkship)
Competences
1.Recognize neurological emergencies and the need for immediate management and requirements for appropriate intervention. Demonstrate knowledge of the standard methods of care for the major neurological disorders and form a rational plan of management
Study Course Theme Plan
Bibliography
Required Reading
• William G.Gossman, Scott H.Plantz. Emergency medicine oral board review, fourth edition. McGraw-Hill medical publishing Division, 2006, 452 p.
• Amal Mattu, Deepi Goyal. Emergency medicine: Avoiding the Pitfalls and Improving the outcomes, Blackwell publishing, 2007, 111 p.
• John J.Marini, Arthur P. Wheeler. Critical Care Medicine, third edition, Lippincott Williams&Wilkins, 2006, 664 p., p.366-376; p.545-579
• Luca M.Bigatello, Rae M.Allain et al. Critical Care Handbook of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Fourth Edition, Lippincott Williams&Wilkins, 2006, 887 p., p.552-574; 634-656
• Logina I., “Muguras sāpes”, Nacionālais apgāds, 2006, 368 lpp.