Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist - E-Book
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Internal Medicine, Audiology & Speech Pathology
| Author: | Wanda Webb, PhD, Richard K. Adler, PhD, CCC-SLP | ISBN: | 9780323394284 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences | Publication: | March 3, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Mosby | Language: | English |
| Author: | Wanda Webb, PhD, Richard K. Adler, PhD, CCC-SLP |
| ISBN: | 9780323394284 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Publication: | March 3, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Mosby |
| Language: | English |
The concise, easy-to-understand Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinical syndromes and diseases seen in SLP, it gives you a solid understanding of the nervous system, including: development of the nervous system, organization of the brain, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. New content, case studies, and a strong clinical focus make this new edition essential as you move into practice.
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Case studies and clinical applications in clinically oriented chapters provide you with realistic clinical applications.
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Presents complex information clearly in a concise, easy-to-understand manner.
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Clinical emphasis throughout makes this text valuable as you move into clinical practice — and prepare for the Praxis exam.
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Evolve companion website has vocabulary flashcards and study questions with answers so students can assess their knowledge.
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Key terms in each chapter and an end-of-text glossary give you easy access to accurate, concise definitions.
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NEW! Separate section on pediatric speech and language disorders, including a chapter on the developing brain.
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EXPANDED! Updated sections on neurodiagnostic and neuroimaging procedures, as well as childhood apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, Autism, and TBI.
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NEW! Updated discussion of the anatomy and function of the cerebellum gives you the most current information.
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UPDATED! Covers the latest neuroimaging research on anatomy, physiology, and disorders of speech-language.
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EXPANDED! Discusses the brain connectivity and the neural network underlying learning and language.
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EXPANDED! Addresses motor control for speech production so you stay in the know.
The concise, easy-to-understand Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 6th Edition provides students and clinicians with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology in speech-language pathology (SLP). Correlated with clinical syndromes and diseases seen in SLP, it gives you a solid understanding of the nervous system, including: development of the nervous system, organization of the brain, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. New content, case studies, and a strong clinical focus make this new edition essential as you move into practice.
-
Case studies and clinical applications in clinically oriented chapters provide you with realistic clinical applications.
-
Presents complex information clearly in a concise, easy-to-understand manner.
-
Clinical emphasis throughout makes this text valuable as you move into clinical practice — and prepare for the Praxis exam.
-
Evolve companion website has vocabulary flashcards and study questions with answers so students can assess their knowledge.
-
Key terms in each chapter and an end-of-text glossary give you easy access to accurate, concise definitions.
-
NEW! Separate section on pediatric speech and language disorders, including a chapter on the developing brain.
-
EXPANDED! Updated sections on neurodiagnostic and neuroimaging procedures, as well as childhood apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, Autism, and TBI.
-
NEW! Updated discussion of the anatomy and function of the cerebellum gives you the most current information.
-
UPDATED! Covers the latest neuroimaging research on anatomy, physiology, and disorders of speech-language.
-
EXPANDED! Discusses the brain connectivity and the neural network underlying learning and language.
-
EXPANDED! Addresses motor control for speech production so you stay in the know.
