Examining Neurocritical Patients

This essential resource reimagines the neurologic examination with a specialized approach tailored for neurocritical care. Richly illustrated, it offers a detailed clinical assessment of acutely ill neurologic patients, explaining the significance of specific neurologic signs and the principles of localization.

Recognizing deterioration, identifying mimickers, and adapting examination techniques to different situations are crucial skills emphasized throughout. The book also covers predicting clinical outcomes, managing unstable patient transfers, and effectively communicating expected changes. While modern diagnostics are invaluable, the traditional neurological approach—carefully analyzing examination findings before ordering tests—remains fundamental.

Designed for learners at all levels, Examining Neurocritical Patients preserves the depth and precision of the neurologic examination, serving as a high-yield master class for healthcare professionals assessing neurocritically ill patients.