A client has just been diagnosed with a cerebral aneurysm. In planning discharge teaching for this client, what instructions should be delivered by the nurse to the client?
A) Avoid heavy lifting.
B) Avoid fiber in the diet.
C) Take an antacid frequently.
D) Take an herbal form of feverfew.
A
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A client with an aneurysm should be advised to avoid heavy lifting, extreme emotional situations, or straining of stools because these activities increase intracranial pressure and thereby headaches and potential rupture of aneurysm. Avoidance of fiber may lead to constipation and straining with stools and would not be recommended. There would not be a recommendation for antacids or feverfew in the discharge teaching.
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