Preparing for Session 1
| Global: | UNE myLearn |
| Site: | Rotation 1 2020 Simulated surgical experience |
| Book: | Preparing for Session 1 |
| Printed by: | Guest user |
| Date: | Saturday, 7 February 2026, 10:55 PM |
Specific learning objectives
Students should:
- List important differential diagnosis on a patient experiencing hearing loss
- List important differentials for central and peripheral causes of vertigo
- Understand how to carry out and interpret a HiNTs exam
- Gauge current health status of patient by performing a focused but thorough examination.
Skills mastered
Students should:
- Demonstrate the skills of neurological examination
- Demonstrate the skills of performing a HiNTs examination
- Demonstrate the skills of performing Rinne and Webers test
- Demonstrate the skills of interpreting an MRI of the head
Guiding questions
To guide your preparation for this session, please ensure you have considered the following questions:
- What are causes of hearing loss and tinnitus?
- What are causes of vertigo?
- What are the components of a HiNTs exam?