The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Admitted to a Neurological

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Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient admitted to a neurological unit with new-onset mild confusion and a headache. Magnetic resonance imaging confirms the physician's suspicion of brain tumor. The physician orders dexamethasone (Decadron) IV, which completely relieves the patient's symptoms. The patient's family is convinced this is a miracle. Which of the following statements by the nurse is best?

• A)"The brain is such a unique organ, we never really know what will happen."
• B)"Decadron regenerates neurons in the central nervous system, so the patient should continue to get even better over the next week or so."
• C)"By dilating the arteries in the brain, blood flow is improved and symptoms improve."
• D)"The Decadron works to reduce swelling in the brain caused by the tumor; we often see remarkable improvement."

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