A client is being prepared for a craniotomy. What should the nurse explain to the family about the client's condition after the surgery?
1. Will be unconscious for several days
2. Will not be able to eat for 2 weeks
3. Will have swelling of the head and eyes with bruising
4. Can take a shower the next morning
Answer: 3
1. The client should be conscious after recovery.
2. The client might need a few days of IV fluids, but not 2 weeks.
3. The client will have swelling and bruised eyes and the family should be assured that this is expected.
4. The client will not be ready to be up for a couple of days.
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