A Client Has an Intraventricular Catheter

question 36

Multiple Choice

A client has an intraventricular catheter.What action by the nurse takes priority?

• A) Document intracranial pressure readings.
• B) Perform hand hygiene before client care.
• C) Measure intracranial pressure per hospital policy.
• D) Teach the client and family about the device.

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Definitions:

Role Overload

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Defense Mechanisms

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Role Overload

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