Two Days After a Hypophysectomy the Patient Complains of a Headache

question 7

Multiple Choice

Two days after a hypophysectomy the patient complains of a headache and nuchal rigidity.Based on these assessments the nurse should:

• A) Medicate with the prescribed analgesic.
• B) Report suspected meningitis to the head nurse.
• C) Closely monitor the patient's blood pressure,
• D) Elevate the head of the bed to 45 degrees

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