A Client Who Is on Postoperative Day 1 After Abdominal

question 14

Multiple Choice

A client who is on postoperative day 1 after abdominal surgery is requesting a back rub.The nurse realizes this care should be provided by

• A)the registered nurse.
• B)unlicensed assistive personnel.
• C)no one,because the client cannot assume the prone position.
• D)the physician.

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