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What is CNS Depression?
How do you conduct a neuro assessment?
In detail, what are important criteria in doing a neuro assessment

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CNS Depression

CNS function slows down
Can affect different systems
regulates vital organs, digestion, circulation

Causes

metabolic acidosis
diabetic ketoacidosis
CNS depressants: opioid overdose
stroke, brain trauma

Symptoms

lack of coordination
reduced HR
muscle weakness
NV
constipation
low BP
slow RR
confusion

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Neuro Assessment - Purpose

assesses balance, coordination, the function of nerves, reflexes, mental status, motor and sensory skills

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Neuro Assessment

LOC: alert?

Eye opening, verbal response, motor response

Subjective: health hx

bones: trauma, ROM
ADLs
Self care
Joints: pain, stiffness
Muscles: cramps, weakness

Objective:

inspect joints for size, colour, swelling, deformities
palpate: temp, tenderness, mass
ROM
Muscle testing: against opposing force
compare sides
Pupils: PERRLA, accommodation
Motor function: grip test
Pain: sternum rub (can cause bruising)

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Drasti M Bhagat

Brampton, ON

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CNS Depression + Neuro Assessment by Drasti M Bhagat is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), except where otherwise noted.