Cerebral Edema
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What are common symptoms of cerebral edema?

  • Headaches, nausea, seizures, dizziness (correct)
  • Chest pain, shortness of breath, coughing, sweating
  • Fever, joint pain, muscle weakness, confusion
  • Blurred vision, sore throat, abdominal pain, fatigue
  • Which brain injuries are commonly associated with cerebral edema?

  • Concussion, whiplash, spinal cord injury
  • Ischemic stroke, subarachnoid hemorrhage, traumatic brain injury (correct)
  • Migraine, tension headache, cluster headache
  • Bell's palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, multiple sclerosis
  • How is the diagnosis of cerebral edema confirmed?

  • By serial neuroimaging (computed tomography scans and magnetic resonance imaging) (correct)
  • By blood tests for cholesterol and triglycerides
  • By electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiogram (ECHO)
  • By urine analysis for protein and glucose
  • What does the treatment of cerebral edema depend on?

    <p>The cause of the edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cerebral edema eventually lead to?

    <p>Direct compression of brain tissue and blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is characterized by the build-up of fluid in the body's tissue?

    <p>Edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible cause of edema?

    <p>Venous insufficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which group of patients may edema occur due to immobility?

    <p>Patients with spinal cord injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be a part of the treatment for edema if sodium retention is involved?

    <p>Decreased salt intake and a diuretic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is edema more concerning?

    <p>If it starts suddenly, or pain or shortness of breath is present</p> Signup and view all the answers

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