The Physician Orders a Hypertonic Crystalloid Solution for the Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

The physician orders a hypertonic crystalloid solution for the patient in critical care who has cerebral edema. The nurse hangs a bag of a hypotonic solution. What will the priority assessment by the nurse include?

• A) Headache, irritability, and decreasing level of consciousness
• B) Nausea, projectile vomiting, and pinpoint pupils
• C) Confusion, hallucinations, and agitation
• D) Hypertension, headache, and nausea

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