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Clinical Assessment CA13

To assess a patient clinically, in OPD and elsewhere, in particular to:

TITLE	NEUROLOGICAL EXAMINATION
Code	CA13
Learning Outcome	Perform an appropriate neurological assessment with particular emphasis on the cranial nerves and examining for conditions relevant to ophthalmic disease. Recognise when serious neurological problems are present that require the opinion of a neurologist. Recognise and act appropriately on neurological emergencies.
Assessment	CbD Part 2 FRCOphth
Assessor
Target Year of Achievement	Completion of foundation years
Related Learning Outcomes	CA11 IH3 BCS9
Overview	Know the neurological problems that can present to the ophthalmologist. Competently perform relevant neurological assessments of such patients to aid diagnosis and appropriate referral.
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