On the Second Postoperative Day,a Patient Who Has Had an Abdominal

question 8

Multiple Choice

On the second postoperative day,a patient who has had an abdominal hysterectomy complains of gas and abdominal distention.Which intervention would be most appropriate to stimulate a bowel movement?

• A) Offering carbonated beverages
• B) Encouraging ambulation at least four times per day
• C) Administering a 1000-mL soapsuds enema
• D) Applying an abdominal binder

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