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ICP Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Quiz

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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?

Hypertension

Tachypnea (correct)

Irregular respirations

Bradycardia

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?

Vomiting without nausea Signup and view all the answers

What is a key indicator of marked elevation in intracranial pressure indicating involvement of the lower portion of the brainstem/medulla?

Flaccid paralysis Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical step in the treatment of Cushing triads in a patient with elevated intracranial pressure?

Frequent neuro checks Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical cause of coagulation necrosis?

Ischemia or infarction Signup and view all the answers

Which acid can cause coagulation necrosis?

Sulfuric acid Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Tetanus?

Lockjaw Signup and view all the answers

Which body part may show muscle stiffness first in Tetanus?

Jaw Signup and view all the answers

What defines a flail segment in chest injuries?

Two or more adjacent ribs fractured in two or more places Signup and view all the answers

What is a late sign of flail segment injuries if not identified early?

Paradoxical chest movement Signup and view all the answers