A Patient Who Had a Transverse Colectomy for Diverticulosis 18

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient who had a transverse colectomy for diverticulosis 18 hours ago has nasogastric suction and is complaining of anxiety and incisional pain.The patient's respiratory rate is 32 breaths/minute and the arterial blood gases (ABGs) indicate respiratory alkalosis.Which action should the nurse take first?

• A) Discontinue the nasogastric suction.
• B) Give the patient the PRN IV morphine sulfate 4 mg.
• C) Notify the health care provider about the ABG results.
• D) Teach the patient how to take slow, deep breaths when anxious.

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