The Nasogastric (NG)tube Is Removed on the Second Postoperative Day,and

The nasogastric (NG) tube is removed on the second postoperative day,and the patient is placed on a clear liquid diet. Four hours later,the patient complains of frequent,cramping gas pains. What action by the nurse is the most appropriate?

A) Reinsert the NG tube.
B) Give the PRN IV opioid.
C) Assist the patient to ambulate.
D) Place the patient on NPO status.

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