Manual of Neurologic Emergencies (Oct 29, 2021)_(1975142780)_(LWW)

Based on the highly-regarded Walls Manual of Emergency Airway Management and part of the Manual of Emergency Medicine series envisioned by leading authority in emergency medicine, Dr. Ron M. Walls, Manual of Neurologic Emergencies provides evidence-based, easy-to-read coverage on the diagnosis and management of neurologic emergencies. Through the direction and expertise of editors Drs. Andy S. Jagoda and Christopher A. Lewandowski, this reference is a practical guide to approaching the patient with a neurologic complaint in a systematic way, providing a hands-on framework for clinical decision making and therapeutic interventions. Half Title Page Title Page Copyright Page Contributors Preface Contents SECTION 1: Approach to the Patient 1. Neuro anatomy: The Basics 2. The Neurologic Examination 3. Abnormal Vision, Pupils, and Eye Movements 4. Weakness 5. Fundamentals of Neuroimaging SECTION 2: Clinical Presentations 6. Altered Consciousness and Behavior 7. Myopathies and Neuromuscular Junction Disorders 8. The Neuropathies 9. Acute Presentations in Chronic Neurologic Conditions 10. Dizziness and Vertigo 11. Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion 12. Head Trauma (Severe) 13. Cervical Spine Trauma and Spinal Cord Emergencies 14. Thoracic and Lumbar Spine 15. Acute Stroke 16. Headache 17. Seizures and Status Epilepticus 18. Central Nervous System Infections Index