The nurse is caring for a patient with increased intracranial pressure. Which action is considered unsafe?

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It is important to minimize stress and activities that could increase intracranial pressure. Combining many nursing activities could increase oxygen demand and intracranial pressure. This would not be safe. Interventions which can promote venous outflow can help decrease intracranial pressure. The stress of constipation or bowel movements can increase intracranial pressure; stool softeners or laxatives can minimize this.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with Increased Intracranial