ECCO - Neuro 1 questions with correct answers

A patient with an EVD in place suddenly develops disorientation to place, and ICP suddenly increases from 15 to 22 mm Hg. EVD drainage system troubleshooting indicates no visible blockages and no CSF fluid fluctuation, and the EVD is no longer draining. Which of the following interventions is the highest priority? - Answer Inform the provider of the assessment and EVD status In assessing an unconscious patient who is noted to have new-onset sluggish pupillary light reflex, deficits in what other cranial nerve reflexes can indicate brainstem compression? - Answer Corneal, Cough, Gag A patient with a lumbar drain has zero drainage for the last hour. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement? - Answer Assess the tubing for a kink or a clot A patient with a massive cerebral hemorrhage is admitted. The patient is comatose. Pupils have become dilated and no longer react to light. The breathing pattern has become irregular. Vital signs: BP 170/66 (101), HR 40 and irregular, RR 16 and irregular. Administration of which of the following should the nurse anticipate? - Answer Mannitol (Osmitrol)