Practicing Neurology: What You Need to Know, What You Need to Do

By Rahman Pourmand

This book teaches non-neurologists how to do a simple and effective neurological examination, what they should know regarding diagnosis and treatment of common neurological diseases, and how to diagnose and manage neurological emergencies and urgencies. For each condition, the author has provided: the basic facts, key definitions, step-by-step instructions for conducting a concise physical examination, neurological signs to watch for, treatment strategies, and the prognosis. Including sections on outpatient neurology (headaches, dizziness, dementia), inpatient neurology (stroke, central nervous system infections), and neurological emergencies (coma, status epilepticus), Practicing Neurology is the ideal book for residents to carry around to help them successfully respond to neurological emergencies on the wards or in the emergency room.

* Designed for non-neurologists in training or in practice who need to access vital information on neurological symptoms and diseases
* Portable size and list format make it ideal for quick reference
* Provides the essential information on the diagnosis and management of the most common neurologic disorders

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750699701
• ISBN13: 9780750699709
• Release Date: May 1999
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
• Length: 369 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.3" x 0.8" x 4.8"

Customer Reviews

Practicing Neurology: What You Need to Know, What You Need to Do

Great comprehensive book for the 3rd or 4th year medical student NOT considering a career in Anesthesiology. Small enough to carry in your white coat pocket. Outline format. Includes tips on the Neurology physical exam, common eponyms for syndromes and signs, bulleted pathophysiology and treatment for broad array of diseases seen during a Neurology clerkship. There are no review questions, however.