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What are the common signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) as mentioned in the chapter?
Common signs and symptoms of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) include decreasing levels of consciousness, headache, sluggish pupil reaction, visual disturbances, abnormal breathing patterns, and impaired motor responses.
Key points
- Decreasing levels of consciousness
- Headache
- Sluggish pupil reaction
- Visual disturbances
- Abnormal breathing patterns
- Impaired motor responses
Source:Fundamentals of Applied Pathophysiology: An Essential Guide for Nursing and Healthcare Students· The respiratory system and associated disorders· p. 140–141
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