The Nervous System

The Nervous System

In this course, you will learn about the parts of the nervous system. You will also be introduced to the common diseases and conditions of the nervous system.

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Overview

Details
  • Lessons: 5
  • Number of tests: 3
  • Hours: 1.0 hours
  • Students who are studying this course: 163
What you will learn
  • Describe the parts and function of the nervous system
  • Explain nervous system conditions and diseases
  • Explain types of traumatic and spinal cord injuries
  • Explain the symptoms of a stroke and how to best take care of a client who had a stroke

Lessons

    • Introduction to the Nervous SystemIntroduction to the Nervous System
    • 3 mins
    • Parts of the Nervous SystemParts of the Nervous System
    • 12 mins
    • Nervous System Conditions & DiseasesNervous System Conditions & Diseases
    • 46 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 2 mins
    • Traumatic & Spinal Cord InjuriesTraumatic & Spinal Cord Injuries
    • 12 mins
    • StrokesStrokes
    • 20 mins
    • Knowledge Review Knowledge Review
    • 2 mins
    • Exam - The Nervous System Exam - The Nervous System
    • 15 mins

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