Ch. 9 - Head Trauma Flashcards
0
Q
Which part of the brain controls coordination and balance?
A
Cerebellum
1
Q
What type of brain bleed is typically faster and more likely arterial?
A
Epidural
2
Q
Where are the cardiorespiratory controls in the brain?
A
Medulla
3
Q
What is CPP and how is it calculated?
A
Cerebral Perfusion Pressure - amount of pressure required to push blood through cerebral circulation.
CPP = MAP - ICP
4
Q
What are 3 signs that can accompany a basilar skull fracture?
A
Peri orbital ecchymosis (raccoon eyes), battles sign (ecchymosis behind the ears), and CSF leaking from the ears.
5
Q
What are the top 2 most common facial fractures?
A
- Nasal bones
2. Mandible
6
Q
What type of brain bleed is more common; epidural or subdural?
A
Subdural -30%
Epidural - 2%
