1251 PCP JIBC Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Neurology Para 1251 PCP JIBC Exam Questions and Answers 2024 Coma – A state of unconciousness from which the patient cannot be aroused Two mechanisms that can cause alteration in menta status. - Structural lesions Toxic metabolic states Structural lesions – Anything that physically touches the substance of the brain and alters mental status. Eg. Contusions, tumours, parasites, hemorrhage. Toxic Metabolic state – Presence of circulating toxins or metabolites or lack of needed m...