Author Question: Mannitol is given to increase intracranial pressure (ICP) in patients with intracranial hemorrhage. ... (Read 91 times)

rmenurse · **on:** Jul 18, 2018

Mannitol is given to increase intracranial pressure (ICP) in patients with intracranial hemorrhage.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Question 2

A corpus callosotomy is performed to prevent secondary generalized seizures a patient may have.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

jessicaduplan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 18, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: F
An intravenous (IV) osmotic dehydrating solution, such as mannitol, may be ordered to reduce cerebral edema if there is no evidence of intracranial hemorrhage.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: T
The corpus callosum or the anterior commissure connecting the two hemispheres in the midline of the brain is severed. This prevents passage of neuronal discharges from a focal seizure between the hemispheres, thereby preventing secondary generalized seizures.