exhibits symptoms of cushings triad?
cerebral herniation
what specifically does a level of consciousness exam assess?
arousal and awareness
what should be considered when testing for visual acuity?
patients literacy level
which exam finding in the unconscious patient is associated with intact brainstem function?
dolls eyes reflex
, what is a normal pupillary finding in reaction to light?
constriction
which vision test measures a patients ability to see objects in their periphery?
visual field
what abnormal pupillary function finding may indicate narcotic overdose?
pinpoint
what test is utilized to evaluate superficial sensation?
light touch