The Nurse Is Preparing Care for a Client Recovering from Surgery

question 36

Multiple Choice

The nurse is preparing care for a client recovering from surgery for colorectal cancer.Which interventions should the nurse use when creating a pain management plan for this client? Select all that apply.

• A) Provide pain medication upon request.
• B) Assess surgical site for inflammation.
• C) Assess bowel sounds.
• D) Administer pain medication after painful procedures.
• E) Instruct to use a pillow to splint when deep breathing and coughing.

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