A 45-year-old male presents to the emergency department with confusion, vomiting, and a severe headache. Upon examination, he is lethargic and has a positive Brudzinski's sign. What is the most appropriate initial intervention to address the patient's condition?
The most appropriate initial intervention is to position the patient in a way that facilitates venous drainage from the brain, typically semi-Fowler's position. This minimizes ICP by reducing intracranial volume. While administering intravenous fluids may be necessary later, it is not the immediate priority. Ensuring a clear airway and monitoring vital signs is essential but doing so in a way that also helps manage ICP is crucial. Administering diuretics should only occur if ICP is confirmed to be elevated and other maneuvers have not sufficiently improved the situation.
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