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Nurs. 4040: Cerebral Dysfunction Exam Practice Questions and Answers What are some symptoms of increased ICP in an infant? - Ans:-Bulging fontanel Irritability High-pitched cry Changes in feedings Setting-sun sign What is the setting sun sign? - Ans:-One eye looks like the setting sun What ...

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Nurs. 4040: Cerebral Dysfunction Exam
Practice Questions and Answers


What are some symptoms of increased ICP in an infant? - Ans:✔✔-Bulging fontanel


Irritability


High-pitched cry


Changes in feedings


Setting-sun sign


What is the setting sun sign? - Ans:✔✔-One eye looks like the setting sun


What are some components to the neurologic exam? - Ans:✔✔-Pediatric Coma Scale


V/S


Skin


Eyes (pupil size and reactivity)


Motor function

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Posturing


Reflexes


What are some signs of increased ICP in children? - Ans:✔✔-HA


N/V


Diplopia


Blurred vision


Seizures


Irritability


Drowsiness


Memory loss


Decline in school performance


What are some nursing interventions for increased ICP? - Ans:✔✔-HOB elevated 30 degrees


Nutrition and hydration


Quiet environment, little stimuli




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What are some medications for increased ICP? - Ans:✔✔-Antibiotics


Corticosteroids


Sedatives


Anti-epileptics


What is the decorticate position? - Ans:✔✔-Hands at chest


Doll's eyes should be treated how? - Ans:✔✔-Emergency


What is some nursing care of the unconscious child? - Ans:✔✔-Continuous observation of LOC


Pupillary reactions


VS


Respiratory management (airway)


Meds


Hygiene (skin, mouth, eye care)


Elimination


Positioning and exercise



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