A Patient Has Just Arrived on the Postoperative Unit After

A patient has just arrived on the postoperative unit after having a laparoscopic esophagectomy for treatment of esophageal cancer. Which nursing action should be included in the postoperative plan of care?

A) Elevate the head of the bed to at least 30 degrees.
B) Reposition the nasogastric (NG) tube if drainage stops or decreases.
C) Notify the doctor immediately about bloody NG drainage.
D) Start oral fluids when the patient has active bowel sounds.

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