Question # 34

A nurse is caring for a patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) who is exhibiting signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which of the following interventions is most appropriate to reduce ICP?

Options:

A.

Position the patient with the head of the bed flat

B.

Administer a sedative to reduce agitation

C.

Keep the patient’s head elevated at 30 to 45 degrees

D.

Encourage the patient to cough and deep breathe to clear the lungs

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