CON-005Consciousness & response
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Available in Classroom / 9 MIN
A mind behind one eyelid
After a major stroke, a patient appears unresponsive. Repeated examination reveals reliable vertical eye movement and blinking.
Learning objectives
- Separate consciousness from motor responsiveness
- Relate ventral pontine damage to the syndrome
- Recognize the risk of bedside misdiagnosis
This complete investigation is part of the instructor pilot. The public preview includes its premise, objectives, and sources.