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CG: Neurological / Neurovascular Nursing CG-01: Assessment
No. Competency Item NAC DEV COM DTE EXC
CG-01-01 Demonstrate knowledge of the human anatomy and physiology of the neurological and neurovascular systems.
  Demonstrate knowledge and ability to identify and perform neurological / neurovascular assessments such as:          
CG-01-02
  • level of consciousness (LOC)
  • CG-01-03
  • pupil size and reaction
  • CG-01-04
  • motor- handgrips, leg movement, gait
  • CG-01-05
  • glasgow coma score
  • CG-01-06
  • blood pressure
  • CG-01-07
  • pulse
  • CG-01-08
  • respirations
  • CG-01-09
  • decorticate reflex
  • CG-01-10
  • decerebrate reflex
  • CG-01-11
  • neurovascular assessment
  • CG-01-12
  • peripheral assessment
  • CG-01-13
  • any other pertinent observations i.e., swelling.
  • CG-01-14 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to assess the signs of increased intracranial pressure and respond appropriately.
    CG-01-15 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to recognize impaired neurological and neurovascular status.
    CG-01-16 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to provide teaching regarding neurovital and neurovascular assessments to client and significant others.
    CG-01-17 Demonstrate knowledge and ability to recognize the need for further assistance and seek consultation from appropriate health professional.
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