The Nurse Is Attending a Client 3 Days Postoperative for Removal

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is attending a client 3 days postoperative for removal of a section of small bowel because of injury from a strangulated hernia. The nurse is aware the client is now diagnosed with short-bowel syndrome. Which initial postoperative teaching is most important for the nurse to provide?

• A)The client will need 12 to 18 months for the body to adapt to the change.
• B)The first 3 months will require careful monitoring and nutrition supplements.
• C)The body will gradually adapt to the change and eventually function as normal.
• D)An extensive regimen of medication therapy requires lifelong compliance.

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