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ATI RN Adult Medical Surgical 2023 Questions Questions
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A nurse on an intensive care unit is planning care for a client who has increased intracranial pressure following a head injury. Which of the following IV medications should the nurse plan to administer?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Mannitol. Mannitol is an osmotic diuretic that helps reduce intracranial pressure by drawing fluid out of brain tissues. It is commonly used in the management of increased intracranial pressure in clients with head injuries. Propranolol (
A) is a beta-blocker used for hypertension and anxiety, not for reducing intracranial pressure. Dobutamine (
B) is a beta-1 agonist used for cardiac support, not for managing intracranial pressure. Chlorpromazine (
D) is an antipsychotic medication and is not indicated for reducing intracranial pressure.
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