This guideline covers the initial assessment of symptoms and signs that might indicate a neurological condition. It helps non-specialist healthcare professionals to identify people who should be offered referral for specialist investigation.

This guideline includes recommendations for:

people aged 16 and over; and children and young people aged under 16.

This guideline can be used by:

Non-specialist healthcare professionals in primary and secondary care; Healthcare professionals in neurology departments; and People with suspected neurological conditions, their families and carers.