The Nurse Is Caring for a Client After a Whipple

question 19

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client after a Whipple procedure.Which manifestations might indicate that a complication from the operation has occurred?

• A) Urinary retention
• B) Substernal chest pain
• C) Shortness of breath
• D) Lack of bowel sounds or flatus
• E) Urine output of 20 mL/6 hr

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