A Nurse Teaches a Client Who Is Recovering from a Colon

question 12

Multiple Choice

A nurse teaches a client who is recovering from a colon resection.Which statement should the nurse include in this client's plan of care?

• A) "You may experience nausea and vomiting for the first few weeks."
• B) "Carbonated beverages can help decrease acid reflux from anastomosis sites."
• C) "Take a stool softener to promote softer stools for ease of defecation."
• D) "You may return to your normal workout schedule, including weight lifting."

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