A unique quick-reference guide to clinical protocols for stroke and neurological emergencies
This practical resource details the clinical protocols for the neurological emergencies most commonly encountered by medical professionals in emergency departments and intensive care units. Handbook of Stroke and Neurologic Emergencies is unique in that chapters are organized by chief complaint, which is further categorized by different subtypes, and include a brief narrative to assist differential diagnosis. The differentials include diagnostic and therapeutic protocols, which form the core of book. This comprehensive collection of clinical protocols focuses on adult acute neurological emergency cases, and emphasizes vascular and critical care neurology topics.


Chapter1. Acute headache

Chapter 2. Acute Focal Neurological Deficit without Alteration of Consciousness

Chapter 3. Acute Focal Neurological Deficit with Alteration of Consciousness

Chapter 4. Confusion and Disorientation

Chapter 5. Unresponsiveness

Chapter 6. Diffuse Weakness

Chapter 7. Shaking

Chapter 8. Fever and Headache

Chapter 9. Difficulty Breathing

Chapter 10. Trauma

Chapter 11. Acute Vision Loss

Chapter 12. Difficulty Swallowing

Chapter 13. Dizziness

Chapter 14. Stiffness

Chapter 15. Involuntary Movements