23. A patient comes in with c/o severe headaches that lasts…

23. A patient comes in with c/o severe headaches that lasts minutes to hours.  Patient describes the headache as feeling like there is a tight band around his head.  He has no nausea or vomiting, but sometimes sensitive to light.  Sometimes the headaches occur after a stressful day at work.  What type of headache is this patient experiencing?  

You are the nurse caring for a client involved in a MVA who…

You are the nurse caring for a client involved in a MVA who was unrestrained. The client was found to have a 6 cm intracerebral bleed in the occipital region and suffered multiple fractures with subsequent repairs to the pelvis, mandible, and right hip. Upon assessment, you find the client displaying signs of respiratory distress indicating brain stem involvement. Which illustration below best correlates with this client?

The nurse is caring for a client who sustained a moderate he…

The nurse is caring for a client who sustained a moderate head injury following a bicycle accident. The nurse’s most recent assessment reveals that the client’s respiratory effort has increased from 20 to 32. What is the nurse’s most appropriate response?