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Question 1

The nurse provides intravenous dexamethasone (Decadron) 10 mg to a patient with a metastatic brain tumor. What patient outcome indicates that the medication is effective? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
◦ Increased heart rate and blood pressure
◦ Reduced respiratory rate
◦ Neurologic symptoms improve immediately
◦ Neurologic symptoms improve within 12 hours
◦ Reduced intracranial pressure

Question 2

The nurse is concerned that a patient recovering from a craniotomy for a malignant brain tumor is at risk for developing a deep vein thrombosis. Which interventions would be appropriate for the patient at this time? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
◦ Perform bedside passive range of motion exercises every 8 hours.
◦ Administer enoxaparin 40 mg each day.
◦ Position with the legs of the bed elevated.
◦ Administer subcutaneous low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) 5,000 units twice a day as prescribed.
◦ Apply graduated compression stockings as indicated.
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