Chapter 9, Problem 3ATP

A doctor has a patient who is experiencing facial and cheek pain, sometimes called trigeminal neuralgia. Describe this condition and the appropriate treatment.

Use the brain injury key terms to fill in the blank complete the sentences below Answers used once KEY TERMS   extension short term memory loss comatose dilated nystagmus flexion A person who is unable to be aroused, even by vigorous painful stimuli, is _______________. Persistent jerky movements of the eyes is known as _________________. Decorticate posturing is demonstrated, in part, by abnormal _________________ of the elbow. Decerebrate posturing is demonstrated, in part, by abnormal _____________ of the elbow. Cognitive impairment is associated with _________________. Increased intracranial pressure can cause fixed, ____________ pupils.