nclex question...can someone please answer this question?

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i was doing some questions online and found this question the answer they show there i totally disagree with it.what do you guys think is the right answer? and if possible why you that is the right answer please..thanks soo much

A nursing assessment on a male patient indicates that he is showing evidence of increased intracranial pressure. The first nursing action is to

Answer=

A)Place him in high-Fowler`s position.

B) Place him on his side.

C) Have him cough and deep breathe.

i was doing some questions online and found this question the answer they show there i totally disagree with it.what do you guys think is the right answer? and if possible why you that is the right answer please..thanks soo much

A nursing assessment on a male patient indicates that he is showing evidence of increased intracranial pressure. The first nursing action is to

Answer=

A)Place him in high-Fowler`s position.

B) Place him on his side.

C) Have him cough and deep breathe.

http://www.free-ed.net/sweethaven/MedTech/NurseCare/NeuroNurse01.asp?iNum=40 according to this, it would be B

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OH! LOL I dunno then, that site does kinda suck!

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OH! LOL I dunno then, that site does kinda suck!

actually, they are following "ABCs" i think......the side lying is to protect airway.

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