Neurology For The Speech-Language Pathologist Av Rima Ph.D. Ccc-Slp (Clinical Assistant Professor Department Of Hearing And Speech Sciences<br>v

The concise, easy-to-understand Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 7th Edition provides you with a practical guide for the study and understanding of neurology as it relates to human communication and the study of 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. Case studies and clinical applications provide students with realistic diagnostic and therapeutic applicationsComplex information is clearly presented in a concise, easy-to-understand mannerClinical emphasis throughout makes this text valuable as students move into professional practice and prepare for the Praxis examEvolve companion website has vocabulary flashcards and study questions with answers so students can assess their knowledgeKey terms in each chapter and an end-of-text glossary give students easy access to accurate, concise definitionsNEW! Content on the networks of the brainNEW! Content on the reticular activating system, memory types, and altered mental statusNEW! Section on prematurityNEW! Expanded discussion of RNARevised content throughout provides students with the most up-to-date information they need to be an effective practitionerUpdated references ensure content is current and applicable for today’s students