Examination of Comatose Patient

المقدمة
سجل الان

A thorough examination of a comatose patient is essential given the spectrum of clinical diagnoses. The most immediate threat to patients is airway, breathing and circulation. All attending physician should employ a structured and focused approach in dealing with a comatose patient. It is important to recognise the urgent steps needed at the time to prevent further deterioration, followed by the final diagnosis of patient’s neurologic status. Here we provide the essential practical guide to the neurological exam of a comatose patient that would assist to determine the aetiology, location and nature of the neurological lesion.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
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الأهداف

By the end of the session, learners will be able to:
1- Identify the common causes of coma
2- Illustrate a practical approach to a comatose patient
3- Assess the state of a comatose patient