The Nurse Is Preparing a Patient for Insertion of an Intraventricular

question 15

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing a patient for insertion of an intraventricular catheter intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring device. What is an advantage of this device?

• A)Must be inserted in the operating room
• B)Catheter tip located in the lateral ventricle
• C)Less mechanical drift of the measurement over time
• D)Lower rate of infection because of no fluid reservoir

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Definitions:

CSF

Cerebrospinal Fluid, a clear, colorless bodily fluid that fills the brain's ventricles and surrounds the central nervous system, acting as a cushion and participating in nutrient transport and waste removal.

Ventricles

Cavities within the brain that produce and contain cerebrospinal fluid, which helps protect and nourish the brain.

Frontal Lobe

The largest of the four major lobes of the brain, located at the front of each hemisphere, involved in voluntary movement, expressive language, and managing higher level executive functions.

Decision Making

The cognitive process of choosing between different courses of action or belief, often involving weighing the benefits and risks.