A Client Who Has a Severe Head Injury Is Placed

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client who has a severe head injury is placed in a drug-induced coma.The client's husband states,"I do not understand.Why are you putting her into a coma?" How does the nurse respond?

• A) "These drugs will prevent her from experiencing pain when positioning or suctioning is required."
• B) "This medication will help her remain cooperative and calm during the painful treatments."
• C) "This medication will decrease the activity of her brain so that additional damage does not occur."
• D) "This medication will prevent her from having a seizure and will reduce the need for monitoring intracranial pressure."