What Is a Priority of Care When a Child Has

question 4

Multiple Choice

What is a priority of care when a child has an external ventricular drain (EVD) ?

• A) Irrigation of drain to maintain flow
• B) As-needed dressing changes if dressing becomes wet
• C) Frequent assessment of amount and color of drainage
• D) Maintaining the EVD below the level of the child's head

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