After Sleeve Gastrectomy,a 42-Yr-Old Male Patient Returns to the Surgical

After sleeve gastrectomy,a 42-yr-old male patient returns to the surgical nursing unit with a nasogastric tube to low,intermittent suction and a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) machine for pain control. Which nursing action should be included in the postoperative plan of care?

A) Offer sips of fruit juices at frequent intervals.
B) Irrigate the nasogastric (NG) tube frequently.
C) Remind the patient that PCA use may slow the return of bowel function.
D) Support the surgical incision during patient coughing and turning in bed.

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