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A nurse is caring for a patient with viral encephalitis who is experiencing increased intracranial pressure (ICP). Which nursing intervention should be the priority?

The nurse is monitoring a patient diagnosed with viral encephalitis who has developed signs of increased intracranial pressure including altered level of consciousness, headache, and vomiting.
해설
Proper positioning (head elevated 30-45 degrees with neutral neck alignment) is the priority for managing increased ICP in encephalitis patients to promote venous drainage and reduce pressure. Other interventions like coughing exercises, Trendelenburg position, or hypotonic fluids can worsen ICP.
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