Neurological Investigation LP EMG NCS EEG Neuroimaging — Written Clinical Reasoning

SAQ 1 — Integrated plan (12 marks)

Prompt: Provide a prioritised problem list and management sequence for this presentation. ^[4]

Model Answer

1. Frame and red flags (3 marks)

State the working diagnosis/syndrome, acuity, and what would force emergency treatment now. ^[5]

2. Discriminating assessment (3 marks)

List the key history, examination and investigations that separate dangerous differentials from benign mimics. ^[6]

3. Treatment sequence (4 marks) ^[7]

Immediate stabilisation, disease-specific therapy, monitoring, and complications prevention. ^[8]

4. Follow-up and communication (2 marks)

Disposition, safety-net advice, and who owns follow-up. ^[4]