Additional Head injuries Flashcards
1
Q
Decorticate posturing
A
Extension of the legs and flexion of the arms
2
Q
Decorticate posture MOI
A
Injury above brain stem
3
Q
Decerebrate posturing
A
Extension of the legs and arms
4
Q
Signs of upper brain injury?
A
Positive babinski test
Extension of great toe
5
Q
Periorbital hematoma
A
Black eye