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The client has increased intracranial pressure with cerebral edema, and mannitol is administered. Which assessment should the nurse make to evaluate if a complication from the mannitol is occurring?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Pitting edema indicates fluid overload, a potential mannitol complication due to fluid shifts. High urine output is expected, and improving Glasgow Coma Scale is a therapeutic effect.