mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #318

A patient with a severe head injury is unable to maintain a steady blood pressure. Which reflex is primarily responsible for this symptom?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #318

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A patient with a severe head injury is unable to maintain a steady blood pressure. Which reflex is primarily responsible for this symptom?

    • A) Cushing's reflex
    • B) Diving reflex
    • C) Baroreceptor reflex
    • D) Vasovagal reflex

    Answer: Cushing's reflex

    Explanation: Cushing's reflex is a vasopressor response to increased intracranial pressure, causing hypertension.