Multiple Choice
Two days after an exploratory laparotomy with a resection of a short segment of small bowel, a patient complains of gas pains and abdominal distention. Which nursing action is best to take at this time?
A) Give a return-flow enema.
B) Assist the patient to ambulate.
C) Administer the ordered IV morphine sulfate.
D) Insert the ordered promethazine (Phenergan) suppository.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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