Med surg 2 final exam study guide QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

The nurse hears snoring sounds in a patient with increase intracranial pressure. What does the nurse recognize these sounds indicate that require immediate action? Obstruction oversedation normal finding decreased ICP Correct answerObstruction When considering the use of hypertonic saline treatment in a patient with increased intracranial pressure, which factors should the nurse consider? select all the nurse should closely monitor blood sugar levels in the patient the nurse should frequently monitor the blood pressure and sodium levels hypertonic saline treatment works similarly to mannitol in treating increased ICP hypertonic saline treatment provides massive movement of water out of the swollen brain cells the nurse should ensure that antacid is given to prevent gastrointestinal complications. Correct answerThe nurse should frequently monitor the blood pressure and sodium levels hypertonic saline treatment works similarly to mannitol in treating increased ICP hypertonic saline tx provides massive movement of water out of swollen brain cells. a patient with increased ICP is prescribed a high dose of barbiturates. what outcome does the nurse anticipate the patient will have after administration of the medication reduce vasogenic edema decreases cerebral metabolism causes plasma expansion and osmotic effect brings massive movement of water out of brain cells. Correct answerdecreases cerebral metabolism a patient with meningitis has seizures, cranial nerve III palsy, and Bradycardia. what is the most likely cause for the development of these symptoms cerebral abscess subdural effusion