Which is a contraindication to proceeding with intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring?

a. Diabetes mellitus
b. Hypertension
c. Anticoagulation therapy
d. Increased cerebral spinal fluid production


ANS: C
Contraindications to ICP monitoring include coagulopathies, anticoagulation therapy, cerebral edema with ventricular collapse or shift, and known scalp infection.

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What will be an ideal response?

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