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
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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