Which of the Following Would the Nurse Recognize as Signs

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would the nurse recognize as signs or symptoms of the early stage of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) ? (Select all that apply.?

• A)Headache
• B)Drowsiness
• C)Decreased pulse rate
• D)Dilated nonreactive pupils
• E)Amnesia
• F)Nausea and vomiting

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Definitions:

Mediators

Substances or factors that modulate or influence biological processes, often used in the context of physiological or pharmacological pathways.

Action Potential

A rapid, temporary change in the electrical membrane potential of a cell, essential for nerve impulse conduction.

Epidural Catheter

A thin tube inserted into the epidural space of the spine to deliver medications for pain relief, often used during childbirth and surgeries.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths a person takes per minute, an important vital sign indicating respiratory health.