Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client 4 hours following surgical repair of a penetrating brain injury. Which of the following assessments should be the nurse's priority?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Respiratory status assessment.
Rationale:
Brain surgery risks respiratory depression (ABCs).
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. To lower intracranial pressure by increasing urinary output.
B. To reduce cerebral blood flow.
C. To prevent the formation of cerebral edema.
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Answer Choices:
A. Edema of the ear canal.
B. Purulent drainage from the ear canal.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI MedSurg
- Answer Choices: 4