Cushing Response

Aka: Cushing Response, Cushing's Response, Cushing Reflex, Cushing's Reflex, Cushing Effect, Cushing Reaction, Cushing Phenomenon, Cushing's Law

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II. Pathophysiology

  1. Hypertensive response in face of increased ICP
  2. Helps maintain cerebral perfusion

III. Signs: Triad

  1. Bradycardia
  2. Systolic Blood Pressure increase
  3. Irregular respiration

IV. Causes

  1. Increased Intracranial Pressure

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