A 28-yeаr-оld pаtient with severe TBI pоst-MVC is intubаted and sedated. ICP > 30 mmHg despite hyperоsmolar therapy. CT shows diffuse cerebral edema. After 48 hours, the team suspects brain death.Integrated Concepts:Trauma airway management (inline C-spine, RSI)ICP/CPP targets and osmotherapyBrain death prerequisites and apnea testEthical considerations and family communicationDiscussion Points:What ventilator strategy minimizes secondary brain injury?Outline steps for apnea testing and abort criteria.How would APRT contribute?
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