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A Patient with Increased Intracranial Pressure Is Prescribed Mannitol (Osmitrol)

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A patient with increased intracranial pressure is prescribed mannitol (Osmitrol) . What should the nurse do when providing this medication?


A) Use an in-line filter for IV administration.
B) Do not administer the medication if crystals are noted in the solution.
C) Monitor central venous pressure (CVP) and pulmonary artery pressures (PAP) before and every hour throughout administration.
D) Assess patient for signs of fluid retention.
E) Discontinue the drug immediately if the patient complains of a headache.

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