Chapter 16: Brain Function Disorders & Cerebral Blood Flow Quiz
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Which type of brain injury involves direct contusion of the brain at the site of external force, and a rebound injury on the opposite side of the brain?

  • Diffuse brain injury
  • Basilar skull fracture
  • Focal brain injury
  • Coup-contrecoup injury (correct)

    • What is the normal range for intracranial pressure (ICP)?

  • 0 to 5 mm Hg
  • 0 to 10 mm Hg
  • 0 to 15 mm Hg (correct)
  • 0 to 20 mm Hg

    • Which of the following is a sign of an uncal brain herniation?

  • Hemiparesis
  • Pupil dilation
  • Respiratory arrest
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which type of brain tumor is associated with the most severe symptoms?

    <p>Primary malignant tumors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of the vegetative state?

    <p>Intact sleep-wake cycles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of hematoma associated with traumatic brain injury?

    <p>Intracerebral hematoma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a condition that can cause injury to the brain?

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

    What is the mechanism by which ischemia causes brain damage?

    <p>Interruption of blood flow leading to lack of oxygen and nutrient supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a manifestation of global brain injury?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe a temporary episode of neurological dysfunction caused by a transient reduction in blood flow to a specific area of the brain?

    <p>Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor for stroke mentioned in the text?

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

    What percentage of all strokes are ischemic strokes, caused by an interruption of blood flow in a cerebral vessel?

    <p>70% to 80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

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