title: Neurologic assessment of the orthopaedic patient.
abstract: This article is a concise review of the neurologic assessment process. The neurologic assessment is composed of six components: mental state, cranial nerve, sensory system, motor system, cerebellar function, and reflexes. Accurate assessment and documentation of the neurologic status exam is essential to prevent or correct further neurologic deterioration.
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Gallegos
authors.forename: D L
authors.initials: DL
authors.lastname: Michalec
mesh_terms: D003391:Cranial Nerves; D006801:Humans; D009460:Neurologic Examination / Q000379:methods*; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*; D009737:Nursing Records; D016530:Orthopedic Nursing