Increased intracranial pressure in infancy
NCLEX-RN glossary · Physiological Adaptation
Definition
The elevation of pressure within the infant's cranium, characterized by bulging fontanels, high-pitched crying, and increasing head circumference.
Increased intracranial pressure in infancy in plain English
Early detection is critical to prevent permanent developmental and neurological deficits resulting from brain tissue compression. The tempting mistake is waiting for adult-specific cues like Cushing’s Triad, which are late and often absent in pediatric neurological instability.
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