Discuss in depth the anatomy and physiology of the organs and structures of the nervous system.
Be able to perform a complete neurological assessment as part of a comprehensive physical examination (trauma and medical).
Describe the incidence, morbidity and mortality of neurological emergencies (trauma and medical). Integrate pathophysiological principles and assessment finding to formulate a field impression and implement a treatment plan, including the administration of appropriate medications for the patient with: coma and altered mental status, seizures, syncope, headache, neoplasm abscess, stroke, and intracranial hemorrhage, transient ischemic attacks, weakness, degenerative neurological diseases, and neurological trauma.
Course Description Provides the level of classroom instruction needed to provide advanced care for neurological patients. Meets or exceeds the cognitive objectives of the National EMS EducationStandards and incorporates the NM EMT- Paramedic Scope of Practice. Credits: 2