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Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for a client with an increased intracranial pressure (ICP) of 20 mm Hg?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Low-dose barbiturates can reduce cerebral metabolism and ICP, making them appropriate in some cases under medical supervision. Warming blankets increase metabolic demand, hyperventilation is no longer routinely recommended due to risks of cerebral vasoconstriction, and fluid restriction is not standard for ICP management unless specifically indicated.

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