Education & Events
Examination of the Neurological System - For Nurses & AHPs
Event Summary
This practical, interactive session is designed to support Practice Nurses and Allied Health Professionals in updating their knowledge and clinical skills in neurological assessment.
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Event Speakers & Trainers
Log into Zoom 09:15 session runs 09:30 to 12:30
Introduction
This practical, interactive session is designed to support Practice Nurses and Allied Health Professionals in updating their knowledge and clinical skills in neurological assessment. Whether you're returning to practice, expanding your scope, or simply looking to sharpen your techniques, this refresher offers clear, structured guidance in a supportive learning environment.
Aims
This training aims to equip participants with the skills to undertake a focused and clinically relevant neurological history, develop a clear understanding of the six key components of a neurological examination, and enhance their ability to distinguish between normal and abnormal findings.
Additionally, the session will support learners in recognising red flag signs and symptoms that may indicate serious or urgent neurological conditions.
Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Refresh their knowledge of the history-taking process, with a focus on neurological symptom analysis.
- Assess a patient’s mental status effectively.
- Perform an examination of the cranial nerves and reflexes.
- Conduct a thorough assessment of motor and sensory function.
- Evaluate coordination and gait as part of a comprehensive neurological examination.
Content
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Basic Anatomy and Physiology Quiz
A short, interactive quiz to refresh your understanding of the fundamental anatomy and physiology relevant to the neurological system. -
Physical Examination of the Neurological System
A step-by-step guide to conducting a structured neurological examination, including mental status, cranial nerves, motor and sensory assessment, reflexes, coordination, and gait. -
Key Takeaway Messages for Clinical Practice
Practical tips and essential points to apply immediately in your day-to-day clinical assessments, helping to reinforce learning and support confident practice.
Places are limited to ensure an optimal, focused learning experience for attendees.
Previous Delegate Feedback
"A good summary of basic neurology and normal examination. Great presentation from a very knowledgeable trainer"
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Event Speakers & Trainers
Ann qualified as a registered nurse in 1986. After working in a hospital setting for two years, she moved into general practice working as a practice nurse before qualifying as a nurse practitioner in 2001. She later moved into a hybrid clinical, leadership and managerial role within a local clinical commissioning group before entering full time academia in 2006. While undertaking a Masters degree in medical education, she developed a special interest in clinical simulation and worked as Director of Clinical Skills and Simulation at Leeds Beckett University. In 2018, she left to start her own business and now works freelance across a range of organisations including further education colleges, private education providers and industry partners specialising in clinical simulation. She is associate lecturer at both Sheffield Hallam and Huddersfield Universities and is currently completing a Doctor of Education degree, focusing on the use of virtual reality in assessment.
Price List
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Description |
Price (Inc VAT) |
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All GPs and members of staff working within GP practices in Wessex LMCs’ catchment area |
This option is for everyone working in a GP practice in Wessex LMC's catchment area, that does not fit into one of the other options on offer. |
£89.00 |
| Hampshire and Isle of Wight Nurses & AHPs | Thanks to the HIOW Primary Care Training Hub and to NHSE Investment in Continual Professional Development, certain eligible roles such as Nurses and Allied Health Professionals can attend fully funded | £00.00 |
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Non Members |
This is the cost if you are not working in a practice in the Wessex LMCs' catchment area. | £178.00 |
Waiting List
Please be advised there are spaces available on this course unless it states otherwise. If a course is full you will be given the option to book on the waiting list. If you are on the waiting list and a place becomes available, you will be notified automatically via email, you do NOT need to contact Wessex LMCs.
Cancellations
Please note cancellations two weeks prior to the event will not be refundable, however you are very welcome to substitute another delegate to attend the course to prevent your practice missing out on the training. Any admissible cancellations will incur an administration fee of £15 if the event fee is £100 or over and £10 if the event fee is £99 or under.
Attendance Details
In certain circumstances, we will share details of attendance or non-attendance with the person who booked and/or funded this course for the delegate. If you have any objection to your attendance status being shared, please can you contact Louise Greenwood (Wessex LMCs Director of Education & Training) at least 48 hours before the start of the training at louise.greenwood@wessexlmcs.org.uk
Sponsorship
This event may be sponsored so companies have the opportunity to promote their product(s) at the start of the meeting. No sponsors have been involved in the selection of speakers, agenda items, or any other matters relating to this training. Your name and practice will be shared with the sponsor representative, but not your email address.
