brainstem death Flashcards Preview

MD4001 > brainstem death > Flashcards

Flashcards in brainstem death Deck (5)
Loading flashcards...
1
Q

who must carry out brainstem death testing

A

two qualified doctors who have been registered for at least 5 years, one is a consultant
neither can be a member of the transplant team

must be done twice

2
Q

what are the 3 criterior for carrying out testing

A

preconditions
reversible influences on consciousness level must be excluded
formal testing of brain stem activity

3
Q

what are the preconditions for testing

A

irreversible brain damage from a known cause
unconscious, apnoeic, mechanically ventilated

no sedative drugs, hypothermia etc

4
Q

what tests are carried out

A
pupillary response to light
corneal reflex
oculovestibular reflexes 
motor response to supra orbital pressure 
cough reflex
apnnoea test
5
Q

when is the time of death

A

after the first test indicates death