Exam 2 medsurg
A client is being treated for increased intracranial pressure (ICP). The nurse should ensure that the client does not develop hypothermia because:
shivering in hypothermia can increase ICP.
A patient has been diagnosed with myasthenia gravis. The nurse documents the initial and most common manifestation of
Diplopia
A client is about to be discharged after undergoing surgery for the treatment of a brain tumor and has a referral in place for medical and radiation oncology. Which component(s) should be included in the discharge teaching for this client? Select all that apply.
Medication regimen Appointments for chemotherapy or radiotherapy Adverse effects of chemotherapy or radiation and techniques for managing them Nutritional support
The nurse enters the client's room and finds the client with an altered level of consciousness (LOC). Which is the nurse's priority concern?
airway clearance
