The client is 4 hours postoperative after a supratentorial craniotomy. What positioning would be most beneficial to this client?
A. Supine, with the head of the bed elevated to at least 30 degrees
B. On the nonoperative side
C. On the operative side
D. Flat, on either side
A
Positioning for the client with a supratentorial craniotomy consists of placing the client supine, with the head of the bed elevated 30 degrees, to promote venous and cerebrospinal fluid drainage from the head.
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