« previous next »

Author Question: The patient is experiencing an increase in intracranial pressure. This increase results in: a. ... (Read 64 times)

ts19998

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 531
on: Jun 25, 2018
The patient is experiencing an increase in intracranial pressure. This increase results in:
 
  a. brain tissue hypoxia.
  b. intracranial hypotension.
  c. ventricular swelling.
  d. expansion of the cranial vault.

Question 2

A compensatory alteration in the diameter of cerebral blood vessels in response to increased in-tracranial pressure is called:
 
  a. herniation.
  b. vasodilation.
  c. autoregulation.
  d. amyotrophy.


mk6555

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 310
Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Brain tissue hypoxia occurs as a result of increased intracranial pressure as it places pressure on the brain. Increased intracranial pressure leads to intracranial hypertension.
Ventricular swelling may lead to increased intracranial pressure, but increased pressure does not lead to either ventricular swelling or the expansion of the cranial vault.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Autoregulation is the compensatory alteration in the diameter of the intracranial blood vessels designed to maintain a constant blood flow during changes in cerebral perfusion pressure. Herni-ation is the downward protrusion of the brainstem. Vasodilation is an enlargement in vessel di-ameter and a part of autoregulation, but the vessels should not dilate in the presence of increased intracranial pressure. Amyotrophy is involved with the anterior horn cells of the spinal cord and not related to autoregulation.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

In 1886, William Bates reported on the discovery of a substance produced by the adrenal gland that turned out to be epinephrine (adrenaline). In 1904, this drug was first artificially synthesized by Friedrich Stolz.

Did you know?

When intravenous medications are involved in adverse drug events, their harmful effects may occur more rapidly, and be more severe than errors with oral medications. This is due to the direct administration into the bloodstream.

Did you know?

Drug abusers experience the following scenario: The pleasure given by their drug (or drugs) of choice is so strong that it is difficult to eradicate even after years of staying away from the substances involved. Certain triggers may cause a drug abuser to relapse. Research shows that long-term drug abuse results in significant changes in brain function that persist long after an individual stops using drugs. It is most important to realize that the same is true of not just illegal substances but alcohol and tobacco as well.

Did you know?

Studies show that systolic blood pressure can be significantly lowered by taking statins. In fact, the higher the patient's baseline blood pressure, the greater the effect of statins on his or her blood pressure.

Did you know?

Elderly adults are living longer, and causes of death are shifting. At the same time, autopsy rates are at or near their lowest in history.

Summary of greenhouse experimental design and results Summary of greenhouse experimental design and results
Taking a Patient's Blood Pressure Taking a Patient's Blood Pressure
A pharmacist can explain to a patient why medication may look different and ensure the correct ... A pharmacist can explain to a patient why medication may look different and ensure the correct ...
According to neuroendocrine models of depression, repeated or chronic stress results in overactivity ... According to neuroendocrine models of depression, repeated or chronic stress results in overactivity ...
A high-performance aftermarket air filter often can increase airflow into the engine for more ... A high-performance aftermarket air filter often can increase airflow into the engine for more ...
Nonlinear increase in saturation vapor pressure with increase in temperature. Nonlinear increase in saturation vapor pressure with increase in temperature.
Video: Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library