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CRNA Board Review--CNS Pathology and Skull Issues
CRNA Board Review
10
Nursing
Graduate
01/04/2010

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Term
Where does spinal blood supply come from?
Definition
From one anterior (75%) and two posterior spinal arteries. The anterior spinal artery is fed by several radicular arteries, including the artery of Adamkiewicz
Term
Where does the artery of Adamkiewicz arise?
Definition
Between T8-T12 in 75% of people, between L1-L2 in 10%
Term
What does decerebrate posturing look like and what does it mean?
Definition
Decerebrate posturing involves extended arms at ones sides; this means there is damage to the brainstem in addition to the cerebrum; mechanical ventilation will be needed
Term
What does decorticate posturing look like and what does it mean?
Definition
Decorticate posturing involves flexion of the arms toward midline; this indicates supratentorial damage but does not necessiate mechanical ventilation
Term
What symptoms make up Cushing's Triad? What does this indicate?
Definition
HTN, bradycardia, and irregular respirations (means increased ICP)
Term
Where is the correct placement of a multi-orificed catheter for air withdrawl? Single orifice?
Definition
A multiple should be 2cm below the SVC/RA junction, while a single should be 3cm above the SVC/RA junction
Term
When does the anterior fontanelle close?
Definition
18 months
Term
When does the posterior fontanelle close?
Definition
2 months
Term
When does the anterolateral fontanelle close?
Definition
Two months
Term
When does the posterolateral fontanelle close?
Definition
2 years
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