Case study: Traumatic brain injury with rising intracranial pressure. Which laboratory or diagnostic finding would most strongly support the nurse's concern in this case?

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A. diagnostic evidence of worsening cerebral swelling or bleed — Diagnostic evidence of worsening cerebral swelling or bleed would strongly support the concern identified in this case.

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B. an unchanged screening test from last year

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C. normal electrolyte values

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D. a stable hemoglobin within expected range