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Theme 3: Basal Ganglia, Limbic System

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Part 4 / Medical Foundation 4 / Neuroscience
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Part 4 Medical Foundation 4 Neuroscience
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Part 4

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  • Discuss the anatomy, physiological connections, and neurochemistry of basal ganglia.
  • Identify the structures that comprise the limbic system and recall their basic functions.
  • Describe the basic anatomical substrate of memory.
  • Explain how the brain protects itself against infection.
  • Define seizures, epilepsy, and status epilepticus.
  • Describe the role of the basal ganglia in the control of movement.
  • Recognize signs of basal ganglia dysfunction.
  • Explain the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of Parkinsonism.
  • Describe the mechanism of action for the drugs used in the treatment of Parkinsonism.
  • Recognize the clinical signs that suggest limbic system dysfunction.
  • Differentiate encephalitis from meningitis.
  • Review the classification of seizures.
  • Describe the mechanism of action for the drugs that are frequently used in the treatment of seizures.
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