Which Nursing Action Should Be Included in the Postoperative Plan

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which nursing action should be included in the postoperative plan of care for a patient after a laparoscopic esophagectomy?

• A) Notify the doctor about bloody nasogastric (NG) drainage.
• B) Elevate the head of the bed to at least 30 degrees.
• C) Reposition the NG tube if drainage stops.
• D) Start oral fluids when the patient has active bowel sounds.

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