NDT 251 - Introduction to Intraoperative Neuromonitoring

5 CR

Students will participate in an online, semi-asynchronous class environment that covers gross neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, with an emphasis on the structures and systems most relevant to intraoperative neuromonitoring. This exploration of human neurophysiology will examine the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system, as well as the key vascular elements responsible for perfusing these structures. Further, students will begin to compare the normal functioning of these complex, interconnected systems with the clinical presentation seen with pathological dysfunction. Students will also be introduced to various concepts as they relate to working in the operating room environment, and the specific role that intraoperative neuromonitoring plays before, during, and after surgery. Students will review ACNS Guidelines and ASNM Position Statements.

Prerequisite(s): Admission to IONM program

Course Outcomes

Overview of gross anatomy and physiology of the central and peripheral nervous systems, with emphasis on those structures deemed most critical to the performance of intraoperative neuromonitoring
Anatomy and physiology of evoked potentials
EEG and evoked potentials are utilized for the performance of intraoperative neuromonitoring
Operating room, operating room staff, operating room attire
Aseptic technique, infection prevention, hazardous material management
HIPAA
Anesthetic effects on EEG and evoked potential recordings
Medical terminology as it pertains to the performance of intraoperative neuromonitoring and commonly monitored surgeries
ACNS Guidelines pertaining to evoked potentials and/or the performance of intraoperative neuromonitoring
ASNM Position Statements pertaining to evoked potentials and/or the performance of intraoperative neuromonitoring

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