1. Explain increased intracranial pressure. Be sure to discuss early signs and what happens as it progresses.
2. Discuss the similarities and differences, if any, between a transient ischemic attack (TIA) and a cerebrovascular attack (stroke).
1.The pressure exerted on the brain and spinal by the cerebrospinal fluid is called as intracranial pressure .The normal range is 5 to 15mmHg.A level more than 15mmHg is considered to be increased intracranial pressure
The early signs of increased intracranial pressure are
If this progresses this can lead to loss of vision, stroke,seizure, coma and even death
2.The similarities are
The differences are
1. Explain increased intracranial pressure. Be sure to discuss early signs and what happens as it...
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