In an Adult an Increased Intracranial Pressure May

Question

In an adult an increased intracranial pressure may
A) cause a downward displacement of the brain stem.
B) cause herniation of the medulla oblongata through the foramen magnum.
C) cause sudden respiratory arrest and death.
D) All of the above are true.

Accepted Answer

Increased intracranial pressure can cause downward displacement of the brain stem and herniation of the medulla oblongata through the foramen magnum, leading to respiratory arrest and death. Therefore, all of the above options are true.