Credits: 3Description Introduction of students to specific neuromuscular pathologies most commonly treated in the physical therapy clinic.
Student Learning Outcomes
Identify and describe the basic components of the sensory and motor pathways.
Identify and discuss the characteristics of the normal functioning nervous system.
Describe the typical neurological pathways of the normal CNS/PNS/ANS.
Describe the etiology and clinical signs and symptoms of the disorders associated with the nervous system.
Identify and describe the procedures used to collect important information on the pathological condition and progress of assorted nervous system disorders.
Identify interventions and outcomes for a variety of neurological pathologies.
Describe how damage to the major neurological pathways effect sensory and motor function.
Identify the major circulatory pathways in the brain and describe the effect if these pathways are blocked.
Identify the 12 cranial nerves and indicate the function of each nerve.
Review selected topics in the literature and be able to prepare and complete written and oral presentations based on the findings of the review.