1.
A patient is at risk for developing increased ICP. What is the EARLIEST indicator of increased ICP
A
Bradycardia
B
Restlessness
C
Unequal pupil size
2.
The normal intracranial pressure is within:
A
5 to 15 mmHg
B
20 to 35 mmHg
C
60 to 100 mmHg
3.
Which vital signs below indicates ICP with Cushing's Triad?
A
BP 150/112, HR 110, RR 8
B
BP 90/60, HR 80, RR 22
C
BP 200/60, HR 50, RR 8
4.
Which patient below is at MOST risk for increased intracranial pressure?
A
A patient who is experiencing severe hypotension.
B
A patient who is admitted with a traumatic brain injury.
C
A patient who recently experienced a myocardial infarction.
5.
A patient with increased ICP has the following vital signs: Bp 99/60, HR 65, Temp 101.6 'F, RR 14, SPO2 95%. Based on these findings what is your priority intervention
A
Administered PRN dose of a vasopressor
B
Administer 2 L of oxygen
C
Remove extra blankets and give the patient a cool bath
