Neurological assessment of a diver

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 1.1 - April 2016

 

This document provides guidelines for conducting a neurological assessment of a diver, emphasising the importance of accurate communication and recording of results.

Video

Contents

  • Introduction

  • Communicating information

  • Introduction to video

  • Mental status

  • Co-ordination

  • Skin sensitivity (sensory nerves)

  • Extremity strength (motor nerves)

  • Reflexes 

  • General 

  • Equipment needed 

  • References


Revision

  • Rev. 1.1 - February 2024
    Updating page 2, reference links and layout; no change to content
  • Rev. 1 - April 2016
    Reviewed; references updated
  • Rev. - May 2005
    Initial publication