When a client has undergone a carotid endarterectomy and has been returned to the nursing unit with stable vital signs, the nurse should
A) assess neurologic status every 4 hours.
B) keep the client in a flat, supine position with the head flexed.
C) maintain blood pressure within 20 mm Hg of the preoperative values.
D) provide neck range-of-motion exercises every 8 hours.

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Postoperative care after carotid endarterectomy includes neurologic assessments every 1 to 2 hours. Keep the client's head aligned in a straight position to help maintain airway patency and to minimize stress on the operative site. Elevate the head of the bed when vital signs are stable. Maintain the client's blood pressure within 20 mm Hg of the preoperative normal values.

When a Client Has Undergone a Carotid Endarterectomy and Has