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The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Had a Colonoscopy

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The nurse is caring for a patient who had a colonoscopy earlier that day. The patient states that he still feels very bloated after the procedure. What is the best action of the nurse?


A) Assist the patient to ambulate in the hall.
B) Insert a rectal tube to remove retained flatus.
C) Administer an enema to stimulate peristalsis.
D) Encourage oral intake of fluids and high-fiber foods.

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