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Friday, September 17, 2010

Neuro Assessment

Frequent reassessments are essential to detect any changes in neurologic status. This in cludes:
*Cerebral Function
*Cranial Nerves
*Motor System
*Sensory System
*Reflexes

Glascow Coma Scale
Helps evaluate LOC. Scale evaluates Eyes, Motor and Verbal response. Use least invasive method to stimulate a response.
Changes in the level of consciousness is the most important and usually first indicator in deterioration of neurologic status.
Arousal is the lowest level of consciousness. It is imperative to protect the airway of a client with ALOC!

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