84672 - Neuropathophysiology Techniques 10 (Coma)

Academic Year 2022/2023

  • Docente: Maurizio Santi
  • Credits: 1
  • SSD: MED/48
  • Language: Italian
  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
  • Campus: Bologna
  • Corso: First cycle degree programme (L) in Neurophysiopathology techniques (cod. 8482)

Learning outcomes

Acquires the knowledge and the ability to understand neurophysiological recording techniques in the intensive care area and in brain death.

Course contents

Definition of critical area. Assessment of death with a neurological criterion. D.L 11 April 2008 laying down the procedures for ascertaining and certifying death. Definition of coma, Glasgow scale. Digital EEG. Artifacts in the ICU. Vision of EEG traces and evoked potentials performed in intensive care. Hand hygiene and use of gloves. Group work, simulation of the procedure for ascertaining death.

Teaching methods

Lessons using slides with images and short films. Viewing of interactive EEGs.

Assessment methods

Oral exam with free questions regarding the topics covered in class.

Teaching tools

Powerpoint presentation and pdf handouts.

Office hours

See the website of Maurizio Santi