Neurology Exam Review: Diagnosis of Neurologic Disorders for Physician Assistants
Neurology Exam Review: Diagnosis of Neurologic Disorders for Physician Assistants Get ready for your physician assistant certification exam with this high-yield neurology review, based on A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertification Examinations for Physician Assistants by Claire Babcock O'Connell and Thea Cogan-Drew. This guide covers essential neurologic disorders, clinical presentations, diagnostic strategies, and treatment approaches to ensure exam success and strong clinical skills. Watch the complete podcast summary above and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more medical exam prep and clinical review content. Neurologic Examination & Diagnostics History & Physical: Evaluate mental status, cranial nerves, motor and sensory function, reflexes, and cerebellar signs. Special Diagnostics: Brain and spinal imaging (CT, MRI), EMG, nerve conduction studies, lumbar puncture (LP). Cerebrovascular Disorders Stroke (CVA): Ische...