When a TBI patient's intracranial monitoring shows ICP > 20 mmHg for an extended period, what is an appropriate nursing action?
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Correct answer: Keep the head midline, elevate to 30°, and maintain normocapnia
Managing elevated ICP includes positioning (head elevation, midline), avoiding stimulation, and maintaining normal CO₂ levels.
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