When caring for a patient who has had a stroke, a priority is reduction of ICP. What patient position is most consistent with this goal?

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Elevation of the head of the bed promotes venous drainage and lowers ICP; the nurse should avoid flexing or extending the neck or turning the head side to side. The head should be in a neutral midline position. Excessively frequent position changes are unnecessary.

When Caring for a Patient Who Has Had a Stroke