A Patient Returns to the Surgical Nursing Unit Following a Vertical

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient returns to the surgical nursing unit following a vertical banded gastroplasty with a nasogastric tube to low, intermittent suction and a patient-controlled analgesia ( PCA ) machine for pain control. Which nursing action should be included in the postoperative plan of care?

• A) Irrigate the nasogastric ( NG ) tube frequently with normal saline.
• B) Offer sips of sweetened liquids at frequent intervals.
• C) Remind the patient that PCA use may slow the return of bowel function.
• D) Support the surgical incision during patient coughing and turning in bed.

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