Neurological Examination

You'll be able to perform a systematic neurological exam and localize findings to a specific site along the neuraxis.

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What this track covers

This track covers the complete bedside neuro exam: mental status, cranial nerves, motor and sensory testing, reflexes, coordination, and gait. The focus is on building a repeatable exam sequence and using the pattern of findings to localize a lesion rather than memorizing isolated maneuvers.

What you will practice

Sequencing a full neuro exam without skipping steps under time pressure
Distinguishing upper motor neuron from lower motor neuron weakness patterns
Correlating sensory loss distribution with a specific nerve, root, or cord level
Grading deep tendon reflexes and recognizing pathological reflexes
Using gait abnormalities to narrow the differential and localize pathology

Simulator scenario

A patient presenting with acute unilateral weakness and facial droop, where the clinician must perform a focused neuro exam and localize the lesion before deciding on next steps.

Board question topics

Localizing weakness patterns along the neuraxis
Cranial nerve exam findings and their anatomical correlates
Interpreting reflex and coordination abnormalities
Gait pattern recognition and differential localization

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