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tsand2 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What are the three signs of Cushing response? (Select all that apply.)

a. Increased pulse rate
b. Increased blood pressure
c. Widened pulse pressure
d. Bradycardia
e. Increased systolic blood pressure
f.
Uncontrolled thermoregulation

Question 2

Which of the following are causes of cataracts? (Select all that apply.)

a. Long-term use of corticosteroids
b. Hypotension
c. Congenital from exposure to maternal rubella
d. Diabetes mellitus
e. Exposure to sand and dust
f.
Smoking

zhanghao · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C, D, E
A widened pulse pressure, increased systolic blood pressure, and bradycardia are together called Cushing response. It is considered an important diagnostic sign of late-stage brain herniation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D, F
Among the many causes of cataracts are long-term corticosteroid use, maternal rubella, diabetes mellitus, and smoking.