Two days after a hypophysectomy the patient complains of a headache and nuchal rigidity.Based on these assessments the nurse should:
A) Medicate with the prescribed analgesic.
B) Report suspected meningitis to the head nurse.
C) Closely monitor the patient's blood pressure,
D) Elevate the head of the bed to 45 degrees
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