Standards. Standards define what students are expected to know and be able to do at each level of education in order to, ultimately, be prepared for the rigors of college, careers and civic life. Maine law outlines a specific set of standards for each of the eight subject areas defined in State statute.
Brain swelling is the leading cause of death from a brain injury. Time is a factor in treating brain swelling, so do not wait to see if symptoms appear before seeking help. Severe brain damage can occur if too much time lapses.
That's known as intracranial pressure, or ICP. This pressure can prevent blood from flowing to your brain, which deprives it of the oxygen it needs to function. Swelling can also block other fluids from leaving your brain, making the swelling even worse. Damage or death of brain cells may result.