Question 1

The most important preventive measure for hemorrhagic stroke is

Accepted Answer

A)  anticoagulation. 
B)  blood pressure control. 
C)  thrombolytics. 
D)  management of dysrhythmias. 
A)  anticoagulation. 
B)  blood pressure control. 
C)  thrombolytics. 
D)  management of dysrhythmias.

Question 2

Subarachnoid hemorrhage is usually managed with volume expansion and blood pressure support to enhance cerebral perfusion.This is necessary because subarachnoid hemorrhage predisposes to

Accepted Answer

A)  cerebral vasospasm. 
B)  hypotension. 
C)  excessive volume loss. 
D)  increased intracranial pressure. 
A)  cerebral vasospasm. 
B)  hypotension. 
C)  excessive volume loss. 
D)  increased intracranial pressure.

Question 3

The physiologic change most likely to lead to an increase in intracranial pressure is

Accepted Answer

A)  cerebral vasodilation. 
B)  hypernatremia. 
C)  respiratory hyperventilation. 
D)  REM sleep. 
A)  cerebral vasodilation. 
B)  hypernatremia. 
C)  respiratory hyperventilation. 
D)  REM sleep.

Question 4

________ occurs when a brainstem impaired patient exhibits a persistent rhythmic or jerky movement in one or both eyes.

Accepted Answer

A)  Nystagmus 
B)  Dysconjugate movement 
C)  Ocular palsy 
D)  Doll's eye 
A)  Nystagmus 
B)  Dysconjugate movement 
C)  Ocular palsy 
D)  Doll's eye

Question 5

Intracranial pressure normally ranges from ______ mm Hg.

Accepted Answer

A)  0 to 15 
B)  10 to 20 
C)  15 to 25 
D)  20 to 30 
A)  0 to 15 
B)  10 to 20 
C)  15 to 25 
D)  20 to 30

Question 6

It is true that epidural bleeding is

Accepted Answer

A)  associated with widespread vascular disruption. 
B)  located between the arachnoid and the dura mater. 
C)  usually because of venous leakage. 
D)  characterized by a lucid interval immediately after injury. 
A)  associated with widespread vascular disruption. 
B)  located between the arachnoid and the dura mater. 
C)  usually because of venous leakage. 
D)  characterized by a lucid interval immediately after injury.

Question 7

Acceleration-deceleration movements of the head often result in polar injuries in which

Accepted Answer

A)  injury is localized to the site of initial impact. 
B)  widespread neuronal damage is incurred. 
C)  bleeding from venules fills the subdural space. 
D)  focal injuries occur in two places at opposite poles. 
A)  injury is localized to the site of initial impact. 
B)  widespread neuronal damage is incurred. 
C)  bleeding from venules fills the subdural space. 
D)  focal injuries occur in two places at opposite poles.

Exam 44: Acute Disorders of Brain Function

The most important preventive measure for hemorrhagic stroke is

Subarachnoid hemorrhage is usually managed with volume expansion and blood pressure support to enhance cerebral perfusion.This is necessary because subarachnoid hemorrhage predisposes to

The physiologic change most likely to lead to an increase in intracranial pressure is

________ occurs when a brainstem impaired patient exhibits a persistent rhythmic or jerky movement in one or both eyes.

Intracranial pressure normally ranges from ______ mm Hg.

It is true that epidural bleeding is

Acceleration-deceleration movements of the head often result in polar injuries in which

Introduction to Pathophysiology

Homeostasis, Allostasis, and Adaptive Responses to Stressors

Cell Structure and Function

Cell Injury, Aging, and Death

Genome Structure, Regulation, and Tissue Differentiation

Genetic and Developmental Disorders

Neoplasia

Infectious Processes

Inflammation and Immunity

Alterations in Immune Function

Malignant Disorders of White Blood Cells

HIV Disease and Aids

Alterations in Oxygen Transport

Alterations in Homeostasis and Blood Coagulation

Alterations in Blood Flow

Alterations in Blood Pressure

Cardiac Function

Alterations in Cardiac Function

Heart Failure and Dysrhythmias: Common Sequelae of Cardiac Diseases

Shock

Respiratory Function and Alterations in Gas Exchange

Obstructive Pulmonary Disorders

Restrictive Pulmonary Disorders

Fluid and Electrolyte Homeostasis and Imbalances

Acid-Base Homeostasis and Imbalances

Renal Function

Intrarenal Disorders

Acute Kidney Injury and Chronic Kidney Disease

Disorders of the Lower Urinary Tract

Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Male Genital and Reproductive Function

Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Alterations in Female Genital and Reproductive Function

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Gastrointestinal Function

Gastrointestinal Disorders

Alterations in Function of the Gallbladder and Exocrine Pancreas

Liver Diseases

Endocrine Physiology and Mechanisms of Hypothalamic-Pituitary Regulation

Disorders of Endocrine Function

Diabetes Mellitus

Alterations in Metabolism and Nutrition

Structure and Function of the Nervous System

Chronic Disorders of Neurologic Function

Alterations in Special Sensory Function

Pain

Neurobiology of Psychotic Illnesses

Neurobiology of Nonpsychotic Illnesses

Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Trauma, Infection, and Disease

Alterations in Musculoskeletal Function: Rheumatic Disorders

Alterations in the Integumentary System

Burn Injuries

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