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
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.
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