The nurse is concerned that a patient's intracranial pressure monitor readings are incorrect. What should the nurse do to ensure that the monitor is measuring accurately? Select all that apply.

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1. One reason for inaccurate intracranial pressure readings would be an incorrect position of the stopcocks.
2. One reason for inaccurate intracranial pressure readings would be an incorrect position of the transducer.
3. One reason for inaccurate intracranial pressure readings would be air in the monitoring line.
4. One reason for inaccurate intracranial pressure readings would be the catheter being obstructed.
5. The condition of the dressing will not impact the accuracy of intracranial pressure readings.

The Nurse Is Concerned That a Patient's Intracranial Pressure Monitor