Question

The nurse records the following vital signs on a patient with a traumatic brain injury: heart rate 135, respiratory rate 12, blood pressure 135/75, $$O_2$$ 97%, and ICP 23. Which of the following interventions is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Reposition the patient’s head and neck to midline.

Answer

Administer 1 L bolus of normal saline.

Answer

Suction the patient.

Answer

Lower the patient’s head of bed to 20 degrees.

Question 22 - Musculoskeletal/​Neurological/​Psychosocial Practice Test for the CCRN

Question 22 - Musculoskeletal/Neurological/Psychosocial Practice Test for the CCRN