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This document presents an overview of nervous disorders, covering learning outcomes, causes, and possible presentations. It also touches on dental considerations related to these conditions. The document is likely part of a presentation or educational material for healthcare professionals.

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Disorders of the Nervous System Part 1 Tutor Mrs Hemington Module BMS GDC Learning Outcomes 1.1.3 Explain general and systemic disease and their relevance to oral health 1.1.6 Describe relevant and appropriate physiology and explain its application to patient management 1.2.2 Recognise th...

Disorders of the Nervous System Part 1 Tutor Mrs Hemington Module BMS GDC Learning Outcomes 1.1.3 Explain general and systemic disease and their relevance to oral health 1.1.6 Describe relevant and appropriate physiology and explain its application to patient management 1.2.2 Recognise the importance of and record a comprehensive and contemporaneous patient history 1.2.6 Assess patients’ levels of anxiety, experience and expectations in respect of dental care 1.5.2 Obtain valid consent from the patient before starting treatment, explaining all the relevant options and possible cost 1.5.3 Plan the delivery of, and carry out, care in the best interests of the patient 1.5.4 Identify where patients’ needs may differ from the treatment plan and refer patients for advice when and where appropriate 1.7.1 Treat all patients with equality, respect and dignity 1.7.2 Explain the impact of medical and psychological conditions in the patient 1.7.4 Manage patient anxiety and pain through effective communication, reassurance and relevant behavioural techniques GDC Learning Outcomes 1.7.7 Refer to other members of the dental team or other health professionals 1.7.8 Recognise the need for and make arrangements for appropriate follow-up care 1.7.10 Discuss the role of the dental therapist and other members of the dental team in the patient management process 1.8.1 Recognise the risks around the clinical environment and manage these in a safe and efficient manner 1.8.3 Recognise and take responsibility for the quality of care provided to the patient 1.8.7 Recognise the signs of abuse or neglect, describe local and national systems that safeguard welfare and understand how to raise concerns and act accordingly 1.10.1 Recognise the responsibilities of the dental team as an access point to and from wider healthcare 1.10.2 Provide patients with comprehensive and accurate preventive education and instruction in a manner which encourages self-care 1.10.3 Underpin all patient care with a preventive approach that contributes to the patient’s long-term oral health and general health Intended learning outcomes By the end of Parts 1 & 2, you should be able to: List disorders a9ec;ng the nervous system Outline the disorders and describe their signs and symptoms Recognise the dental implica;ons these disorders, and their treatments, may have on your delivery of care Disorders of the nervous system- what are they? Nervous or Neurological Disorders: are physical condi;ons/diseases that a9ect the central and peripheral nervous systems - Braint - confined to peripheral. Central nervous System. Peripheral Nervous System spinal cord Brain tumours Encephali;s Bigger impact Peripheral neuropathy e.g. carpel tunnel Epilepsy Meningi;s Diabe;c polyneuropathy Mul;ple Sclerosis Guillain-Barre syndrome Alzheimer’s Scia;ca Parkinson’s Facial nerve paralysis Hun;ngton’s Causes Congenital Vascular - tone of blood vessels decreases with. age Infec;on: fungal, viral, bacterial, parasi;c Degenera;ve Trauma Environmental Risk Factors: habits, other condi;ons, gender, age, gene;cs -different for different individuals. How might they present?  Pain be facial-impacts oral sensation.  Muscle malfunc;on -can  Changes in sensa;on  Changes in the special senses Smell) taste -  Sleep problems  Changes in consciousness  Changes in cogni;on  Other symptoms:  Dysphagia - difficulty swallowing  Dysarthria - difficulty speaking. Each condi;on can vary in it’s presenta;on -multiple medication. Polypharmacy. Dental ConsideraGons ~ hard side to medications , more likely the more effects. Foral-any mouth Medica;on side e9ects ↑ Medica;on interac;ons Consent tricky with Cognitive need to ensure they understand and - - gain full consent. Access mobility - Compliance with treatment difficulty understanding+ complying (keeping - mouth open ) Behaviour management different steps - to take-. Impaired memory written information to aid memory of OHI. - Special considera;ons/ equipment 'Hoists 10mins. PART 2 Not marked. PresentaGon Present 28th November : Submit 26 November : Poster design – mind map, powerpoint slide to present to the group Include: DeWni;on Cause Treatment Dental implica;ons Dental treatment modiWca;ons Please reference any sources, this may be on a separate slide if short of space. PresentaGon Groups Nervous Disorder Nervous Disorder Dementia Aneesha, Anna, Annabelle, Asli Motor Neurone Disease Ayesha, Brooke, Emily, Faye Huntingdon’s Disease Gabriela, Hadia, Jasmine Cerebral Palsy Jessica M, Jessica O, Julie Stroke Kanaith, Katya, Manjeeta Parkinson’s Disease Manoju, Mentalah, Mohammed Epilepsy (and seizures) Nicole, Rachael,Uzair,Zahrah Any quesGons? [email protected]

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