While caring for a client who has a headache postdural puncture, which nursing measure is most important for her care?
a. Place the client in a semi-Fowler's position.
b. Provide adequate hydration.
c. Limit beverages containing caffeine.
d. Keep the client in a darkened room.
B
Increasing body hydration will help replace body fluids, including cerebrospinal fluids. Placing the client in a semi-Fowler's position will aggravate the headache. Caffeine is used to treat these types of headaches. Keeping the client in a darkened room will not impact on these types of headaches.
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