Increased ICP
Which component accounts for ~80% of intracranial volume?
Brain tissue
TBIs are more common in which gender?
Male.
Which vertebrae is said to "keep the diaphragm alive"?
C5
Which hormone causes DI and SIADH?
ADH
Who do you contact if you are unsure how to care for a lumbar drain?
CLS, Clinical Scholar, Intranet
An obstruction of CSF is referred to as?
Non-communicating hydrocephalus
A severe GCS score is that of?
8 or less.
Examples of a non-traumatic SCI include:
Cancer, infection, disc disease, vascular disease, osteoporosis
Which gland releases ADH?
Pit. gland
Can you perform a STAND on a patient admitted with a TIA?
Yes.
KHSC policy states this mmHg over this many minutes is a neurologic emergency.
Battles sign and racoon eyes are prominent features of which type of skull fracture?
Basilar
Tetraplagia results from a spinal injury in which vertebral region?
Cervical
What is the normal range for Na+?
135-145 mmol/L
How often does a PCA-IV need to be cleared and documented on?
Q4H
What is the first thing nursing should do if they suspect increased ICP?
Which Neurological Assessment is used to assess TBIs?
Glasgow Coma Scale
How often do we provide cervical collar care at KHSC?
Q12H and prn
True or false: Nurses can give DDVAP on Kidd 7.
False.
3-5
What are the 3 components of Cushing's Triad?
Widening pulse pressure, bradycardia and Cheyne Stokes respirations.
What is the time period in which a secondary brain injury may occur?
Days to weeks post initial injury.
Three common causes of autonomic dysreflexia are:
Bowel, bladder, skin
What is the gold standard test for meningitis?
Lumbar puncture
Where is your CLS' office?
Connell 7