Which positioning is best for a client with increased intracranial pressure?

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B. Head of bed elevated about 30 degrees with neck midline — Elevating the head of the bed about 30 degrees and keeping the neck midline promotes venous drainage and can help reduce intracranial pressure. Hip flexion is avoided.

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A. Flat with hips flexed 90 degrees

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C. Trendelenburg with knees bent

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D. Prone with pillow under the abdomen