CNIM Exam Prep Course
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CNIM Prep Course 2010
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Finally a CNIM prep course that is affordable and won't
interfere with your busy O.R. schedule. No need for expensive air flights
or hotel expenses. No need for Internet access to study. Study anywhere,
anytime for the CNIM EXAM.
This CNIM prep course includes 386 information packed flash cards covering topic content you need to know to help you pass the CNIM exam.
The flash cards are divided into the following 15 sections:
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1. Basic Science: conductors,
insulators, resistance, impedance, Ohm's Law with mathematical calculations,
capacitance, inductance.
2. Basic Neurophysiology:
neurons, membrane potential, depolarization/ action potential, synaptic
potential EPSP and IPSP, neurotransmitters, dipole.
3. Anatomy: anatomic reference
terms, CNS - brain, major lobes, homunculus, brainstem, location of cranial
nerves, cerebellum, spinal cord, sensory and motor pathways, CNS vascular
supply. PNS - cranial nerves, spinal nerves, nerve plexuses. Anatomy pictures
included.
4. Instrumentation: differential
amplifiers, common mode rejection ratio (CMRR), polarity, gain, sensitivity,
filters, analog to digital conversion, vertical resolution, S/N ratio with
equations, horizontal resolution, Nyquist frequency, signal averaging. Includes
references from ACNS 2006 and AEEGS 1994 guidelines.
5. Electrodes and
Stimulators: types of electrodes - surface, subdermal, spinal
epidural, cortical grid, indwelling, EcochG, 10-20 system, metric system,
constant current, constant voltage, monopolar and bipolar stimulators, stimulators
used for different modalities, stimulation issues.
6. Methods of Recording: types of EPs
- stationary potentials, propogated potentials, cortical/subcortical potentials,
near field/far field recordings, methods of recording - scalp to scalp recordings,
scalp to noncephalic, monopolar and bipolar montage, interspinous ligament,
epidural and spinous process recording, peripheral nerve response, EMG,
central conduction time (CCT)
7. Modalities: BAEP, EcochG,
SSEP, Dermatomal SSEP, Facial Nerve EMG, Cranial Nerve EMG, MEP, EMG for
spine surgery, EEG. Modality waveforms. Includes references from ACNS 2006
and AEEGS 1994 guidelines.
8. Anesthesia and
Physiologic Factors: Pharmacology - inhalational agents,
MAC, IV agents, NMB agents, regional anesthesia, pharmacology effects on
each modality. Physiologic Factors - BP, ICP, oxygenation, ventilation,
temperature.
9. Pre-Op Preparation/ Intra-Op Monitoring:
policy and procedure, communication with surgical team and patient, equipment
set up, equipment requirements*, baselines, documentation, criteria for
abnormality*, Stagnara wake-up test. *Includes references from ACNS 2006
and AEEGS 1994 guidelines.
10. Surgical Procedures, Risks and Monitoring
Modalities: Spine Surgery - scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal fractures,
herniated disc, tumors, tethered cord, selective dorsal rhizotomy, acetabular
surgery. Cranial Surgery - posterior fossa, acoustic neuroma, aneurysms,
MVD, Carotid Endarterectomy*, ECOG*, functional mapping**, WADA test. Otolaryngology
- parotid gland tumor resection. Pre-existing conditions. *Includes references
from ASET guideline IOM EEG. **Includes references from AEEGS 1994 guideline.
11. Surgical Instrumentation:
spine surgery instrumentation, brain surgery instrumentation, high risk
surgical procedures.
12. Troubleshooting:
systemic and local effects, structural manipulation, technical factors,
physiologic artifacts, non-physiologic artifacts, sources of electrical
interference, waveform resolution, EMFs, troubleshooting tips.
13. Safety Issues: infection control*,
electrical safety**, allergies and sensitivities, CPR, HIPPA standards,
ABRET Code of Ethics. *Includes references from 2000 infection control review
and update (AJET). **Includes references from ACNS 2006 and 1994 AEEGS guidelines.
14. References: a total of 29 references
were used to compile information for this prep course. References are listed
on slides and the list of references are included in the reference section.
15. CNIM and EP Practice Questions and Answers: NEW
for 2010!
Ring binders are included to attach all 15 sections together or you can
conveniently attach only the sections you are studying at any given time.
Study anywhere, anytime.
CNIM exam dates for 2010:
Feb 6-20, 2010 (application deadline Dec 15, 2009)
July 31-Aug 14, 2010 (application deadline June 15, 2010)
CNIM PREP COURSE
Cost: $295.00
| Under revision for 2011. |
For questions contact: neurosphere.prep.course@gmail.com
Disclaimer: The Neurosphere Prep Course is a study tool only and its content, while representative of the type of knowledge and skills tested on the CNIM Certification Exam, does not necessarily mirror the content of the CNIM Certification Exam. ABRET does not endorse or recommend these materials, and the information, views, and/or opinions expressed are not those of ABRET.