Question

Whether Mr. Synder's tumor is benign or malignant, it will eventually cause an increase in intracranial pressure (ICP). Signs and symptoms of increasing ICP include ALL of the following EXCEPT:

a. papilledema, dizziness, mental status changes
b. headache, nausea, vomiting
c. obvious motor deficits
d. increased pulse rate, drop in blood pressure

Answer 1

Among the signs and symptoms of increasing intracranial pressure (ICP), an increased pulse rate and a drop in blood pressure are NOT typically seen; bradycardia is more common. The signs and symptoms that do indicate increased ICP include papilledema, dizziness, mental status changes, headache, nausea, vomiting, and neurological deficits.

Step-by-step explanation:

Whether Mr. Synder's tumor is benign or malignant, it will eventually cause an increase in intracranial pressure (ICP). Among the signs and symptoms of increasing ICP, an increased pulse rate and a drop in blood pressure are NOT typically expected manifestations. Instead, increased ICP is more commonly associated with a decreased pulse rate (bradycardia) due to the body's response to maintain cerebral perfusion in the setting of elevated pressure.

Common symptoms indicating an increase in ICP include papilledema, which is swelling of the optic disc, dizziness, mental status changes such as confusion or decreased alertness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and neurological deficits like obvicus motor deficits, which may be indicative of brain tissue damage or impairment due to the pressure exerted by the mass of cells.

The correct answer to the question which sign or symptom does NOT indicate increased ICP is: d. increased pulse rate, drop in blood pressure.