Exhibits Click to mark whether the following are signs and symptoms of cerebral edema, respiratory distress, or both.

Coarse breath sounds are typically associated with respiratory distress, indicating fluid or secretions in the airways. Irritability can be a sign of both cerebral edema and respiratory distress as it may stem from hypoxia or increased intracranial pressure. Seizure activity is more specifically related to cerebral edema, which can increase intracranial pressure and provoke seizures. Decreased level of consciousness can occur in both conditions: cerebral edema (due to increased intracranial pressure) and respiratory distress (due to hypoxia). Bradycardia is more indicative of cerebral edema, especially when associated with increased intracranial pressure and resultant autonomic dysregulation.