A Patient Returns to the Surgical Nursing Unit Following a Vertical

A patient returns to the surgical nursing unit following a vertical banded gastroplasty 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) Irrigate the nasogastric ( NG ) tube frequently with normal saline.
B) Offer sips of sweetened liquids at frequent intervals.
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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