Advanced Practice Providers: How to Read an EMG Report-How to read an EMG Report for an APP Perspective - AUDIO

How to read an EMG Report for an APP Perspective - AUDIO - Dr. Andrew Dubin

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In this video, Dr. Andrew Dubin discusses how to interpret an electrodiagnostic study (EDX) report from an advanced practice provider's (APP's) perspective. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the purpose of the study and avoiding ordering it as a fishing expedition. Dr. Dubin explains that an appropriate history and neuromusculoskeletal exam should be conducted to establish the likely diagnosis and reasonable differentials before ordering an EDX evaluation. He presents a case study of a patient with progressive weakness in the lower extremities to illustrate the importance of context in interpreting EDX results. The patient initially received a diagnosis of lumbar spinal stenosis and a polyperipheral neuropathy but was later diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. Dr. Dubin emphasizes the need for a clear understanding of the clinical question when ordering an EDX study and discusses the importance of collaboration and communication between the APP and the electromyographer to tailor the test and interpret the results effectively.

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Keywords

electrodiagnostic study

interpretation

advanced practice provider

diagnosis

context

collaboration