NEUROLOGY
SURGERY
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Question
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The nurse is caring for a patient with a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Which does the nurse identify as the earliest sign of serious impairment of brain circulation related to increasing ICP?
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A bounding pulse
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Bradycardia
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Hypertension
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Lethargy and stupor
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -If a patient is suspected of having increased ICP, immediate interventions should include securing the airway, maintaining adequate oxygenation and ventilation, and providing circulatory support as needed.
Detailed explanation-2: -The answer is C. Mental status changes are the earliest indicator a patient is experiencing increased ICP.
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