OVERVIEW

Neuroanatomy Part 1: The Brain is organized by MedBridge Inc.

Course Description:
The comprehensive care of neurologically impaired patients is predicated on the understanding of clinical neuroanatomy. The field of neuroanatomy involves the structure and organization of the nervous system, particularly the central and peripheral nervous system. Normal movement is a complex and precise set of processes for physical activity, functional ability, and productivity. Rehabilitation clinicians must have a good understanding of neuroanatomy in order to understand pathology. This course is most appropriate for clinicians working in neurological inpatient and post-acute care rehabilitation settings. It could also be beneficial for other rehabilitation professionals, such as social workers and dietitians. This introductory course presents an anatomical and functional overview of the brain, one of the two major organs in the central nervous system (CNS) with a major connection to the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS). The other major organ within these systems is the spinal cord, which is discussed in Neuroanatomy Part 2.

Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, learners will be able to:
• State the basic composition of the nervous system as it develops and innervates the brain and connects to the spinal cord
• Illustrate how the ventricular system in the brain is organized to provide protection as it bathes the central nervous system
• Describe the main components of the vascular system that supply the brain
• Identify the main parts of the brain (cerebral cortex, cerebral lobes, brain stem)
• Describe major functions of various parts of the brain
• Discuss the major function of each of the twelve cranial nerves

Video Runtime: 31 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 14 Minutes

Note: This course is approved Contact hours for some states and not approved for some states.

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.