Author Question: Which intervention may be used to decrease the intracranial pressure (ICP) of a client who has ... (Read 29 times)

Mollykgkg · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

Which intervention may be used to decrease the intracranial pressure (ICP) of a client who has sustained a head injury?

a. administration of antibiotics
b. administration of corticosteroids and osmotic diuretics
c. passive range of motion every 3 to 4 hours
d. antacids and histamine receptor antagonists

Question 2

A client who is being observed for signs of increasing intracranial pressure (ICP) after a head injury requires suctioning for copious secretions. The nurse must remember which of the following?

a. Nasal suctioning is prohibited for this client.
b. Suction pressure should be limited to 80 to 100 mm H2O for this client.
c. A vagal response may be elicited from suctioning, resulting in an increased ICP.
d. Free-flow oxygen should be provided when suctioning the client.

meow1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Medical treatment for clients with increased ICP include administration of corticosteroids and osmotic diuretics, surgical decompression, antipyretics, anticonvulsants, and oxygen, and limiting activity.

Answer to Question 2

A
A client with increased ICP should never have nasal suctioning performed, due to the risk of brain herniation and possible brain injury resulting from suctioning.