Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 7th edition (PDF)

By Rima Abou-Khalil Ph.D. CCC-SLP, Wanda Webb PhD CCC-SLP

The Neurology for the Speech-Language Pathologist, 7th Edition is a concise and easy-to-understand guide that helps you study and understand neurology in relation to human communication and speech-language pathology (SLP). The book covers essential topics related to the nervous system such as its development, organization, protective mechanisms, descending motor and ascending sensory pathways, and cranial nerves. This correlation with clinical syndromes and SLP diseases provides a solid understanding of the nervous system as required by SLP studies.

• The book presents complex information in an easy-to-understand manner for better grasp.
• Includes case studies and clinical applications to provide students with realistic diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• The emphasis is on clinical applications throughout the book in preparation for the Praxis exam and as students move into professional practice.
• The Evolve companion website provides vocabulary flashcards and study questions with answers, helping students assess their knowledge.
• Key terms are presented in each chapter, and an end-of-text glossary gives easy access to concise and accurate definitions.

• NEW! Content on the networks in the brain.
• NEW! Content on the reticular activating system, memory types, and altered mental status.
• NEW! Section on prematurity.
• NEW! Expanded discussion of RNA.
• The revised content throughout the book provides students with the latest and most up-to-date information relevant to their studies and professional development.
• Updated references ensure that the content is current and applicable for today’s students.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 7th edition (June 13, 2023)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• eBook Digital ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323830986
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323830980