A Patient in a Barbiturate Coma for Increased Intracranial Pressure

question 21

Multiple Choice

A patient in a barbiturate coma for increased intracranial pressure (ICP) has audible gurgling through the endotracheal tube. What should the nurse do first before suctioning this patient?

• A)Administer 100% oxygen.
• B)Elevate the head of the bed.
• C)Interrupt sedative administration.
• D)Place the head in a neutral position.

Understand the concept of social psychology and the impact of social influences on human behavior.

Recognize the natural human tendency to seek information and support from others.

Appreciate the significance of consumer psychology in determining value from purchases.

Describe the relative advantages of human sensory organs compared to other animals.

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Definitions:

Leadership Substitutes

Factors in a workplace that reduce the need for a leader or make traditional leadership ineffective.

Unnecessary

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Romance Of Leadership

A theory suggesting that people have a tendency to attribute organizational success to the actions and decisions of leaders, often overlooking external factors and the contributions of others.

Overestimate

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