Simulation in Acute Neurology - 9780323551342

Simulation in Acute NeurologyAuthor(s): Sara E. Hocker, Eelco F. M. Wijdicks\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division, United States\nImprint: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division\nISBN-13: 9780323551342, 978-0323551342\nSynopsis\nSimulation in Acute Neurology is a textbook on the execution of a simulation-based educational program in the management of acute neurologic emergencies. Simulation in Acute Neurology has practical value because it contains detailed descriptions of our simulation scenarios. The foundation of this book is our experience with neurosimulation?and it has been a very good one. Part I provides an overview of the principles of simulation in medicine and examines the many unique opportunities simulation provides as an educational tool. Barriers to simulating neurologic emergencies are also discussed. Simulation allows a physician-in-training to be observed directly as he or she evaluates and manages acute neurologic disease. Part II is the.