Raised Intracranial Hypertension Flashcards
1
Q
raised intracranial hypertension
A
raised hypertension intracranial
2
Q
causes
A
idiopathic tumor infection injury normal hydrocephalus
3
Q
signs
A
vomiting headache reduced vision papilloedema Cushing's triad
4
Q
what is Cushing’s triad
A
widened pulse pressure
bradycardia
irregular breathing
5
Q
investigation
A
CT
MRI
6
Q
management
A
manage underlying cause
head elevation 30 degrees
IV mannitol
shunt
