NEUROLOGY 10 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
HELLO!
A
after these cards, may be good to read over sopsops quizlet for this one…
2
Q
what is the MAP range of the brain?
A
50-150 mmHg
3
Q
what is the normal ICP range of the rbain?
A
10-15 mmHg
4
Q
what are some techniques to decrease ICP?
A
-hyperventialtion
-elevation of the head <30 degrees
-no occlusio of jugular vein
-avoid hyperthermia
-lidocaine prior to intubation eliminates coughing
-drugs: osmotic diuretics n barbituates
-analgesia
-CSF drainage
-VFAs
5
Q
what are some clinical signs of increased ICP?
A
-neuro
-nausea/vomiting
-papillary oedema
-anisocoria
-hypertension/bradycardia
-resp changes
6
Q
the cushing’s response/reflex is as a reesuly of increased ICP. what is the cushing’s triad of symptoms?
A
-increased MABP
-severe bradycardia
-altered resp pattern
