Exam 2 - TBI

Question 1

Spider-web matrix of vessels and fibers that spread through this intermediate meninx.

Answer 1

Arachnoid Mater

Question 2

Identify the three layers of the meninges.

Answer 2

Dura mater
Arachnoid mater
Pia mater

Question 3

The result of external mechanical forces impacting the head causing acceleration and deceleration of the brain within the cranial vault.

Answer 3

Traumatic Brain Injury

Question 4

Cerebral Blood Flow (CBF) in adults equals _____ per minute or approximately ___ of cardiac output.

Answer 4

750ml
15%

Question 5

What are the symptoms of Cushing’s Reflex?

Answer 5

hypertension
widening pulse pressure
bradycardia
irregular respirations

Question 6

Cerebral Blood Flow (CBF) in adults equals _____ per minute or approximately ___% of cardiac output.

Answer 6

750ml
15%

Question 7

What are the three components of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) and how many measures are in each component?

Answer 7

Eye: 4 measures
Verbal: 5 measures
Motor response: 6 measures

Question 8

How often should a GCS be conducted when monitoring neurological function?

Answer 8

Check pupillary response and GCS score every hour. Document vital signs, GCS and urine output on the PFC Casualty Card.