A Patient with Lower Abdominal Pain and Nausea Is Admitted

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient with lower abdominal pain and nausea is admitted to the hospital. The patient's abdomen is distended and firm with hypoactive bowel sounds. The patient reports of not having a bowel movement for 3 days. What initial action will the provider take?

• A) Order a bulk-forming laxative.
• B) Order a saline enema.
• C) Order diagnostic tests.
• D) Prescribe a cathartic laxative.

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