The nurse is caring for a patient who is at risk for developing cerebral vasospasm. The nurse recognizes which order as inappropriate for this patient?

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Discontinuing IV fluids may worsen cerebral vasospasm by decreasing cerebral blood flow. It is important to maintain adequate fluid volume and blood pressure to prevent vasospasm. Therefore, this order is inappropriate for a patient at risk for cerebral vasospasm. Monitoring serum electrolytes, holding antihypertensive medications, and monitoring blood pressure hourly are all appropriate interventions for a patient at risk for cerebral vasospasm.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is at Risk