A client with cerebral edema is prescribed intravenous mannitol (Osmitrol). In planning care for this client, the nurse recognizes which of the following as the purpose of administering mannitol?
A. To decrease the osmolarity of the blood, thereby drawing water out of edematous brain tissue and into the vascular system for elimination via the kidneys
B. To act on the renal tubule to promote dieresis
C. To manage seizure activity associated with increased intracranial pressure (ICP)
D. To increase the osmolarity of the blood, thereby drawing water out of edematous brain tissue and into the vascular system for elimination via the kidneys
Answer:D
A client with cerebral edema is prescribed intravenous mannitol (Osmitrol). In planning care for this client, the nurse recognizes which of the following as the purpose of administering mannitol?
A. To decrease the osmolarity of the blood, thereby drawing water out of edematous brain tissue and into the vascular system for elimination via the kidneys B. To act on the renal tubule to promote dieresis C. To manage seizure activity associated with increased intracranial pressure (ICP) D. To increase the osmolarity of the blood, thereby drawing water out of edematous brain tissue and into the vascular system for elimination via the kidneys