Which laboratory result would the nurse anticipate when reviewing the cerebrospinal fluid analysis of a patient with bacterial meningitis?

Which outcome would concern the nurse when the patient's calculated mean arterial pressure (MAP) is below 70 mm Hg?

If blood flow to the brain is interrupted, how quickly does cellular death occur?

A nurse is receiving a transfer report for a client who has a head injury. The client has a Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score of 3 for eye opening, 5 for best verbal response, and 5 for best motor response. Which of the following is an appropriate conclusion based on this data?

After receiving pre procedural instructions, which patient statement demonstrates an understanding of a scheduled ventriculostomy?

Which interventions would the nurse include in the plan of care for a patient with a diagnosis of bacterial meningitis?

A nurse is performing a home safety assessment for a client who has experienced a stroke. Which of the following findings are a safety hazards for the client?

A nurse in the emergency room is assessing a client who was brought in following a seizure. The nurse suspects the client may have meningococcal meningitis when assessment findings include nuchal rigidity and a petechial rash. After implementing droplet precautions, which of the following actions should the nurse initiate next?

Which are would be a priority of care for a patient who is being admitted to the hospital and its demonstrating signs of delirium?

A nurse is taking care of a client who has sustained a neurologic injury with increased intracranial pressure and decreased cerebral perfusion. Which of the following will keep cerebral perfusion pressure constant?

A nurse is caring for a client who has increased intracranial pressure. Which of the following interventions should the nurse plan to include in the plan of care? (Select All that Apply.)