A patient is being admitted to the Neuro ICU following an acute head injury. The patient has cerebral edema. The nurse would expect to administer what priority medications to reduce cerebral edema?
A) Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
B) Lasix (Furosemide)
C) Mannitol (Osmitrol)
D) Spirolactone (Aldactone)
Ans: C
Feedback: The osmotic diuretic mannitol is given to dehydrate the brain tissue and reduce cerebral edema. This drug acts by reduces the volume of brain and extracellular fluid. Spirolactone, Lasix, and Hydrochorothiazide are used in the treatment of CHF and hypertension.
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