Nursing · Neurological Care
A client is at high risk for increased intracranial pressure (ICP) after undergoing a craniotomy. Which independent nursing action is most appropriate to help minimize ICP?
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- 1Encourage vigorous coughing and deep breathing exercises
- 2Maintain the head and neck in a neutral midline position✓
- 3Apply warm compresses to the forehead and posterior neck
- 4Place the patient in a flat, supine position without pillows
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Maintain the head and neck in a neutral midline position
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