You Are Caring for a Client Who Has Had Intracranial

question 2

Multiple Choice

You are caring for a client who has had intracranial surgery and is being discharged home. What instructions would you give the client besides instructions on their medication?

• A) Understand that headaches are uncommon.
• B) You can cover the incision with your hair.
• C) You can expect swelling above the incision.
• D) Expect sensory changes, such as hearing a clicking sound, around the bone flap.

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