BS Nursing Critical Care Nursing
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80. A patient with severe traumatic brain injury has an ICP of 28 mmHg. The physician orders a bolus of mannitol. What is the critical nursing action after administering mannitol?

A. Administer more fluids
B. Monitor serum osmolality and electrolytes, and assess for fluid balance and urine output
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C. Limit urine output
D. Administer a diuretic

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  • Administer more fluids
  • Monitor serum osmolality and electrolytes, and assess for fluid balance and urine output
  • Limit urine output
  • Administer a diuretic

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