When Administering Mannitol (Osmitrol) to a Patient with Increased Intracranial

question 4

Multiple Choice

When administering mannitol (Osmitrol) to a patient with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) , what action should the nurse take?

• A) Expect that any reduction in ICP will begin approximately an hour after the dose is administered.
• B) Assess the patient carefully for the development of hypertension.
• C) Review lab data to identify the presence of hypernatremia and hyperkalemia.
• D) Monitor the osmolality of the blood every 4 to 6 hours if repeated doses are administered.

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Definitions:

Imferon

A brand name for a medication composed of iron dextran, used to treat iron deficiency anemia.

Given

A pre-established or assumed condition, fact, or premise in discussions, analyses, or mathematical problems.

Imferon

A brand name for iron dextran, which is used to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia by replenishing body iron stores.

Z-track

A technique used in intramuscular injection to prevent medication leakage and minimize tissue irritation by displacing skin and tissue layers.