Module 5 — Practical clinical examination
Cranial Nerve Examination
Carry out a systematic, anatomy-linked cranial nerve examination and interpret what the findings suggest.
- 2.5 hours
- Face-to-face practical
What the module covers
- Relevant cranial nerve anatomy and function
- Systematic examination technique
- Interpretation of normal and abnormal findings
- Common presentations encountered in practice
- Features requiring urgent escalation
Learning outcomes
- Apply a systematic cranial nerve examination technique
- Describe the anatomy underpinning each element of the examination
- Recognise findings that require urgent escalation
How learning is applied
Learning is applied through supervised practical examination and case-based interpretation of findings.
Intended audience
Pharmacists and healthcare professionals developing clinical assessment, reasoning, prescribing or governance capability.
Enquire about Cranial Nerve Examination
Commission this module on its own or as part of the complete ACP Clinical Practice Development Programme.