MEDICINE
NEUROLOGY
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raised BP
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slower heart rate
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reduced respiratory rate
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lower blood pressure
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Detailed explanation-1: -Cushing’s triad refers to a set of signs that are indicative of increased intracranial pressure (ICP), or increased pressure in the brain. Cushing’s triad consists of bradycardia (also known as a low heart rate), irregular respirations, and a widened pulse pressure.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Answer Late signs of intracranial pressure that comprise Cushing triad include hypertension with a widening pulse pressure, bradycardia, and abnormal respiration. The presence of those signs indicates very late signs of brain stem dysfunction and that cerebral blood flow has been significantly inhibited.
Detailed explanation-3: -Increased heart rate is also known as tachycardia. This combined with hypertension is the first stage of the Cushing reflex.