Question

The nurse plans care for a patient with increased ICP with the knowledge that the best way to position the patient is to

a. keep the head of the bed flat
b. elevate the head of the bed to 30 degrees
c. maintain patient on the left side with the head supported on a pillow
d. use a continuous rotation bed to continuously change patient position

Answer 1

Elevating the head of the bed to 30 degrees is the best way to position a patient with increased ICP (intracranial pressure).

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse plans care for a patient with increased ICP (intracranial pressure) with the knowledge that the best way to position the patient is to elevate the head of the bed to 30 degrees. This positioning helps to reduce the pressure inside the skull and improves blood flow to the brain. By elevating the head of the bed, gravity helps to drain excess fluids and decrease the buildup of pressure in the brain.