A client's mean arterial pressure is 60 mm Hg and intracranial pressure is 20 mm Hg.Based on the client's cerebral perfusion pressure,what should the nurse anticipate for this client?

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The cerebral perfusion pressure (CPP)is the intracranial pressure subtracted from the mean arterial pressure: in this case,60 - 20 = 40.For optimal outcomes,CPP should be at least 70 mm Hg.This client has very low CPP,which will probably lead to a poorer prognosis with significant cognitive dysfunction should the client survive.This data does not indicate impending brain herniation or complete recovery.

A Client's Mean Arterial Pressure Is 60 Mm Hg and Intracranial