The charge nurse observes an inexperienced staff nurse who is caring for a patient who has had a craniotomy for a brain tumor. Which action by the inexperienced nurse requires the charge nurse to intervene?
A) The staff nurse suctions the patient every 2 hours.
B) The staff nurse assesses neurologic status every hour.
C) The staff nurse elevates the head of the bed to 30 degrees.
D) The staff nurse administers a mild analgesic before turning the patient.
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