Raised intracranial pressure Flashcards by Diogo Preto | Brainscape

Q

Normal ICP

A

7-15mmHg in supine

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Normal ICP

A

7-15mmHg in supine

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Q

CPP

A

MAP - ICP

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Q

Cushing’s triad

A

widening pulse pressure
Bradycardia
irregular breathing

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Q

Other features

A

Vomiting
Papilloedema
Reduced GCS

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Q

Mx

A

head elevation to 30º
IV mannitol may be used as an osmotic diuretic
controlled hyperventilation

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