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What is the #1 priority in the management of a patient with signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
What is the #1 priority in the management of a patient with signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure (ICP)?
- Ensuring airway protection (correct)
- Monitoring blood glucose levels
- Checking for skin turgor
- Administering pain medication
Which of the following is NOT a sign of Cushing triads in a patient with increased ICP?
Which of the following is NOT a sign of Cushing triads in a patient with increased ICP?
- Hypertension
- Tachypnea (correct)
- Irregular respirations
- Bradycardia
What is a characteristic sign of moderate elevation in intracranial pressure indicating middle brainstem involvement?
What is a characteristic sign of moderate elevation in intracranial pressure indicating middle brainstem involvement?
- Widened pulse pressure and bradycardia (correct)
- Flaccid paralysis and fixed pupils
- Constricted pupils and hyperventilation
- Hypertension and tachycardia
Which of the following is a common symptom of mild elevation in intracranial pressure?
Which of the following is a common symptom of mild elevation in intracranial pressure?
What is a key indicator of marked elevation in intracranial pressure indicating involvement of the lower portion of the brainstem/medulla?
What is a key indicator of marked elevation in intracranial pressure indicating involvement of the lower portion of the brainstem/medulla?
What is a critical step in the treatment of Cushing triads in a patient with elevated intracranial pressure?
What is a critical step in the treatment of Cushing triads in a patient with elevated intracranial pressure?
What is the typical cause of coagulation necrosis?
What is the typical cause of coagulation necrosis?
Which acid can cause coagulation necrosis?
Which acid can cause coagulation necrosis?
What is a common symptom of Tetanus?
What is a common symptom of Tetanus?
Which body part may show muscle stiffness first in Tetanus?
Which body part may show muscle stiffness first in Tetanus?
What defines a flail segment in chest injuries?
What defines a flail segment in chest injuries?
What is a late sign of flail segment injuries if not identified early?
What is a late sign of flail segment injuries if not identified early?
