While Admitting a Patient with a Basal Skull Fracture, the Nurse

question 30

Multiple Choice

While admitting a patient with a basal skull fracture, the nurse notes clear drainage from the patient's nose. Which of these admission orders should the nurse question?

• A) Insert nasogastric tube.
• B) Turn patient every 2 hours.
• C) Keep the head of bed elevated.
• D) Apply cold packs for facial bruising.

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