Fundamentals of Neurology BHSC 1151

• Relate neuronal function to the ability of the nervous system to receive, transmit and integrate information.
• Identify basic structures of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
• Demonstrate an appreciation for and a rudimentary skill in applying the systematic diagnostic approach of neurology.
• Demonstrate an awareness of how diagnostic electroneurophysiology fits into the larger picture of diagnosis and care of people affected with disorders of nervous and/or neuromuscular function.
• Demonstrate knowledge in anatomy, physiology, imaging and other neurodiagnostic modalities, neuropathology and the fundamentals of neurology by applying this knowledge to the systematic analysis of problems in neurologic function.
• Describe the individual components of a general neurological exam and relate each to the normal function of the nerve, group of nerves or system that is being assessed; describe abnormalities symptomatic of altered function.
• Demonstrate initiative in researching course topics, and where appropriate, encouraging the learning of others.
• Write/communicate clearly and effectively with an appreciation of the audience and demonstrate skills in gathering, analyzing, and critiquing information from a variety of sources.
• Work effectively as a member of a group: respect and nurture healthy group processes and identity; hold other members of group accountable to agreed responsibilities and expectations, follow through on own agreements, show initiative in group roles, support initiative and creativity in others, use assertiveness appropriately.
• Discover and accurately report the roles, responsibilities and limits of each member of the neurodiagnostic and health care team.
• Briefly describe the likely extent and nature of abnormalities of function, extent of disability/handicap, process of diagnosis, current understanding of pathophysiology, course, prognosis and treatment of a selected set of neurological/neuromuscular disorders (e.g., epilepsy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, CNS tumors, stroke, paralysis, paresis, aphasia, sensory deficits, multiple sclerosis, dizziness, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, sleep disorders, Guillain-Barré syndrome, nerve entrapment, acute spinal cord trauma, Alzheimer's disease, cerebral palsy).
• Evaluate issues relating to neurological diseases from both the patients’ and family members’ perspectives.
• Identify the nature and extent of community and institutional resources available to support individuals affected by a variety of disorders for which electroneurodiagnostic referral is appropriate.

Effective as of Fall 2012