When Caring for a Patient Following an Incisional Cholecystectomy for Cholelithiasis,on

question 20

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient following an incisional cholecystectomy for cholelithiasis,on what patient outcome should the nurse place the highest priority?

• A) Turning,coughing,and deep-breathing every 2 hours to prevent respiratory complications
• B) Choosing low-fat foods from the menu to prevent weight gain
• C) Performing leg exercises every hour while awake to prevent foot drop
• D) Ambulating the evening of the operative day to prevent constipation

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