Marco who was diagnosed with brain tumor was scheduled for craniotomy. In preventing the development of cerebral edema after surgery, the nurse should expect the use of:

Marco who was diagnosed with brain tumor was scheduled for craniotomy. In preventing the development of cerebral edema after surgery, the nurse should expect the use of:

1. 1. Anti hypertensives
2. 2. Steroids
3. 3. Anticonvulsants
4. 4. Diuretics

Answer B: Steroids

Steroids are used for their anti- inflammatory action, which decreases the development of edema.