When Assessing a Child with Increased Intracranial Pressure (ICP),which Are

question 19

Multiple Choice

When assessing a child with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) ,which are considered late signs? Select all that apply.Express answer in small letters followed by a comma and a space-e.g. ,a,b,c

• A) Vomiting
• B) Bradycardia
• C) Diplopia
• D) Lethargy
• E) Flexion posturing
• F) Cheyne-Stokes respirations

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Aminopeptidase

An enzyme that removes amino acids from the amino end of proteins, playing a critical role in digestion and other processes.

Enterocytes

Specialized epithelial cells found in the lining of the small intestine, involved in the absorption of nutrients.

Polypeptides

Chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, forming the basic structure of proteins.