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Semiology of the neurocritical patient: understanding the language of neurological signs.

Authors :
Moreno-García, Santiago
Cabrera-Nanclares, Boris
Támara-Contreras, Elloth E.
Parra-Lizarazo, Johanna M.
Source :
Revista Mexicana de Neurociencia. Nov/Dec2023, Vol. 24 Issue 6, p195-203. 9p.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

A fundamental aspect of caring for neurocritical patients is interpreting and understanding their neurological signs and symptoms. This will be a helpful key to determining the brain injury or dysfunction's location, extent, and severity. The semiotics of the neurocritical patient encompasses various domains, including motor, sensory, cognitive, and autonomic functions. A comprehensive understanding of the semiotics of the neurocritical patient empowers clinicians to make timely and accurate diagnoses, predict outcomes, and implement targeted therapeutic interventions. It also enables effective communication among the interdisciplinary team members involved in the patient's care. This article review shows the importance of accurately recognizing and deciphering these signs to guide clinical decision-making. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
16655044
Volume :
24
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Revista Mexicana de Neurociencia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173505979
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.24875/RMN.23000039