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Cerebral hypoxia is an emergency condition that requires immediate treatment. The sooner the oxygen supply is restored to the brain, the lower the risk of severe brain damage and death. Treatment depends on the underlying cause of the hypoxia. Basic life support is most importan...[read article]
Tests for Brain Hypoxia
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Blood gases is a measurement of how much oxygen and carbon dioxide is in your blood. It also determines the acidity (pH) of your blood. More
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An electroencephalogram (EEG) is a test to detect problems in the electrical activity of the brain. More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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A neurological examination is an essential component of a comprehensive physical examination . It is a systematic examination that surveys the functioning of nerves... More
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Medical Procedures for Brain Hypoxia
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Mechanical ventilation is the use of a mechanical device (machine) to inflate and deflate the lungs. More
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Basic Life Support
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Prescribed Medications for Brain Hypoxia
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VALPROIC ACID (val PROE ik AS id) is used to treat certain types of seizures in patients with epilepsy. More
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CLONAZEPAM (kloe NA ze pam) is a benzodiazepine. It is used to treat certain types of seizures. It is also used to treat panic disorder. More
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