The presence of a bradycardia, hypertension, and irregular respirations after a seizure, known as ____, should raise suspicion of increased intracranial pressure.

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Cushing's triad (bradycardia, hypertension, irregular respirations) is associated with increased intracranial pressure and can occur after a seizure or head injury. Jacksonian's triad (seizure symptoms involving the face, hand, and arm) and Kernig's triad (stiff neck, fever, and altered mental status) are not associated with increased intracranial pressure. Brudzinski's triad (neck flexion causing hip and knee flexion) is a sign of meningitis.

The Presence of a Bradycardia, Hypertension, and Irregular Respirations After