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Electrodiagnostic Testing I

• Compare and contrast neuronal cells from the neuroglial cells.
• Identify various types of neurons of the peripheral and central nervous system.
• Describe the types of neuroglial cells found in the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system.
• Categorize the types of mammalian nerve fibers by neuron a diameter, conduction velocity and susceptibility to compression.
• Describe the incidence and prevalence of dizziness as a complaint.
• Define the term “motor unit” from a clinical perspective.
• Compare and contrast type one and type two muscle fibers.
• Identify anatomical components and describe physiological function of the cell membrane.
• Define the terms summation and generator potentials.