A Patient with Possible Viral Meningitis Is Admitted to the Nursing

question 4

Multiple Choice

A patient with possible viral meningitis is admitted to the nursing unit after lumbar puncture was performed in the emergency department. Which action prescribed by the health care provider should the nurse question?

• A)Restrict oral fluids to 1000 mL/day.
• B)Elevate the head of the bed 20 degrees.
• C)Administer ceftriaxone (Rocephin) 1 g IV every 12 hours.
• D)Give ibuprofen (Motrin) 400 mg every 6 hours as needed for headache.

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