Neurological examination made easy

Neurological examination is one of the most intimidating procedures for medical students and junior doctors to perform and be assessed on. This book clearly guides you through the essentials of neurological examination - providing the relevant background and telling you what to do, what you can find and what it means. Common mistakes and tips boxes are included throughout. This revised fifth edition - now translated into more than ten languages - updates the most efficient and effective examination techniques. New colour photographs have been added to aid understanding in the examination of the eye and the latest guidance on passing clinical exams is included in an enhanced final chapter.

Previous edition: 2008.

History and examination -- Speech -- Mental state and higher function -- Gait -- Cranial nerves : general -- Cranial nerve I : olfactory nerve -- Cranial nerves : the eye 1 -- pupil, acuity, fields -- Cranial nerves : The eye 2 -- fundi -- Cranial nerves III, IV, VI : eye movements -- Cranial nerves : nystagmus -- Cranial nerves V and VII : the face -- Cranial nerves VIII : auditory nerve -- Cranial nerves IX, X, XII : the mouth -- Cranial nerve XI : accessory nerve -- Motor system : tone -- Motor system : arms -- Motor system : legs -- Motor system : reflexes -- Motor system : what you find and what it means -- Sensation : general -- Sensation : what you find and what it means -- Coordination -- Abnormal movements -- Special signs and other tests -- The autonomic nervous system -- The unconscious or confused patient -- Summary of standard neurological examination -- Passing clinical examinations.