Special Tests for Neurologic Examination
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Special Tests for Neurologic Examination

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Special Tests for Neurologic Examination

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About This Book

Ideal for students and clinicians to access quick clinical information, Special Tests for Neurologic Examination offers invaluable evaluation and assessment tips and techniques for neurologic conditions commonly found in patients. Organized in an easy-to-use format, this book is the perfect guide for practicing clinical skills and reviewing for licensure and certification examinations.

Dr. James R. Scifers describes and illustrates special tests for the upper extremity, lower extremity, and spine. This resource provides performance criteria for each special test, important information on specificity and sensitivity, and valuable references for further investigation.

Inside you'll find: • Techniques for dermatome, myotome, reflex screening, and concussion testing • Examples of various concussion grading scales and neuropsychological tests • Special design that facilitates use of the book as a user-friendly study guide and quick clinical reference • Data on test specificity and sensitivity to assist clinicians in determining the value and strength of various clinical examination procedures • Additional resources for further study and exploration

A facilitative and comprehensive approach to learning, practicing, and reviewing neurologic special tests makes Special Tests for Neurologic Examination a must-have for students and clinicians alike. With a focus on commonly used evaluative procedures for differentiating and diagnosing neurologic disorders, the book serves as a valuable companion to the popular Special Tests for Orthopedic Examination.

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Publisher
CRC Press
Year
2024
ISBN
9781040136621
Edition
1
Topic
Medicine
Subtopic
Neurology

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half Title
  3. Title
  4. Copyright
  5. Dedication
  6. Contents
  7. Acknowledgments
  8. About the Author
  9. About the Contributor
  10. Preface
  11. Foreword
  12. Introduction
  13. Section One: Head
  14. Section Two: Cervical Spine
  15. Section Three: Thoracic Spine
  16. Section Four: Lumbar Spine
  17. Section Five: Upper Extremity
  18. Section Six: Lower Extremity
  19. Index