A Patient Who Has Had a Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Is Being

question 2

Multiple Choice

A patient who has had a subarachnoid hemorrhage is being cared for in the intensive care unit. Which information about the patient is most important to communicate to the health care provider?

• A) The patient's blood pressure is 90/50 mm Hg.
• B) The patient complains about having a stiff neck.
• C) The cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) report shows red blood cells (RBCs).
• D) The patient complains of an ongoing severe headache.