The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Had a Colonoscopy

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who had a colonoscopy earlier that day. The patient states that he still feels very bloated after the procedure. What is the best action of the nurse?

• A) Assist the patient to ambulate in the hall.
• B) Insert a rectal tube to remove retained flatus.
• C) Administer an enema to stimulate peristalsis.
• D) Encourage oral intake of fluids and high-fiber foods.

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