Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
A nurse admits a client who has a subarachnoid hemorrhage and increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which of the following medications should the nurse expect to administer to decrease ICP?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Mannitol, an osmotic diuretic, reduces ICP by drawing fluid from the brain. Nicardipine manages BP, dopamine treats hypotension, and phenytoin prevents seizures.