The nurse is preparing to discharge a client who is stable following a head injury. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further discharge instructions?

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Opioid pain medications should be avoided following a head injury; therefore, the nurse should clarify what medication the client has at home (Option A). Any change in level of consciousness, dizziness, nausea, or other side effects of opioids could be misinterpreted as symptoms of a worsening condition related to the head injury. Clients are typically advised to use non-narcotic or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain medications. A client with a head injury should be taught the following: Notify the health care provider if you experience increased drowsiness, nausea or vomiting, worsening headache, seizures, vision changes, behavioral changes, weakness or numbness, or difficulty with balance or walking Avoid alcohol and other central nervous system (CNS) depressants (eg, benzodiazepines) (Option B) Have someone stay with you (Option D) Avoid driving, using heavy machinery, playing contact sports, or taking hot baths for 1-2 days (Option C) Educational objective: Clients should avoid opioid pain medications and CNS depressants (eg, alcohol) when recovering from a head injury. They should also avoid driving, using heavy machinery, playing contact sports, or taking hot baths for 1-2 days.

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