Introduction to Functional Neurological Disorder Flashcards
1
Q
What is FND?
A
functional neurological disorder
2
Q
What kind of symptoms can be seen in FND?
A
- abnormal movements
- weakness
- non-epileptic attacks
- speech difficulties
- numbness, visual loss
- cognitive dysfunction (amnesia, attention & language)
- symptoms reversible
- symptoms inconsistent
- affect voluntary far more than involuntary movements
3
Q
What diagnostic criteria are needed for FND?
A
- altered voluntary motor or sensory function
- not compatible with the neurological disorders
- causes clinically significant distress or impaired functioning
