The nurse is caring for a client with a cerebral aneurysm. Why does the nurse limit the interaction of visitors or family members with the client with an aneurysm?
A) The interaction may cause the client to become violent.
B) The interaction may cause migraine in the client.
C) The stimulation can increase intracranial pressure (ICP) or trigger a seizure.
D) The client may become emotional and lose interest in the treatment.
C
Feedback:
Although visitors' and family members' desire to interact with the client are well intentioned, the stimulation can increase ICP or trigger a seizure. The nurse can suggest that they take turns and stay briefly. Interactions are not likely to make the client violent or emotional, which may cause the client to lose interest in the treatment. The interactions also may not cause migraine in the client.
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