Trauma Flashcards
1
Q
The most important factor that prevents further injury in head trauma patients is …
A
The integrity of BBB
2
Q
The most important factors causing secondary brain injury are …
A
Hypoxia and hypotension
3
Q
Factors that aggravates secondary brain injury are …
A
Hyper/hypoglycemia Hypo osmolality Hyperthermia High peak pressures (coughing) Seizures
4
Q
What IV fluids produce least brain edema?
A
Hyperosmolar solutions like hypertonic saline and albumin
They decrease intracellular volume
5
Q
Fat embolism signs
A
Hypoxia, RS failure, and petechial rash
