Which intervention may be used to decrease the intracranial pressure (ICP)of a client who has sustained a head injury?
A)administration of antibiotics
B)administration of corticosteroids and osmotic diuretics
C)passive range of motion every 3 to 4 hours
D)antacids and histamine receptor antagonists

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Medical treatment for clients with increased ICP include administration of corticosteroids and osmotic diuretics,surgical decompression,antipyretics,anticonvulsants,and oxygen,and limiting activity.

Which Intervention May Be Used to Decrease the Intracranial Pressure