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    Exam 17: Perioperative Care
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    A Client Who Had an Operation 3 Days Ago Reports
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A Client Who Had an Operation 3 Days Ago Reports

Question 2

Question 2

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A client who had an operation 3 days ago reports not having a bowel movement since. What action by the nurse is best?


A) Assess the client's bowel sounds.
B) Measure the client's girth.
C) Request an order for a laxative.
D) Ask about the presence of flatus.

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