The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Admitted

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the hospital following rupture of an intracranial aneurysm.Nimodipine (Nimotop) is prescribed.Which assessment is most significant based on an understanding of the therapeutic effect of this drug for this client?

• A)Measure blood pressure every 4 hours.
• B)Auscultate cardiac rate and rhythm.
• C)Observe for dependent edema.
• D)Conduct frequent neurological checks.

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