MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY

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systematic examination of the nervous system
A
Diagnostic Imaging
B
Neurological Exam
C
CSF
D
EMG
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A neurological exam, also called a neuro exam, is an evaluation of a person’s nervous system that can be done in the healthcare provider’s office. It may be done with instruments, such as lights and reflex hammers. It usually does not cause any pain to the patient.

Detailed explanation-2: -It should be assessed first in all patients. Mental status testing can be divided into five parts: level of alertness; focal cortical functioning; cognition; mood and affect; and thought content.

Detailed explanation-3: -A complete neurologic examination should contain an assessment of sensorium, cognition, cranial nerves, motor, sensory, cerebellar, gait, reflexes, meningeal irritation, and long tract signs. Specific scales are useful to improve interobserver variability.

Detailed explanation-4: -A neurological exam evaluates brain and nervous system functioning. It’s a series of tests that assesses mental status, reflexes, movements and more. You may benefit from this test if you show signs of a neurological disorder.

Detailed explanation-5: -Palpation. Palpation during a physical examination typically refers to the use of touch to evaluate organs for size, location, or tenderness, but palpation during the neurologic physical exam involves using touch to assess sensory function and motor function.

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