A Physician Has Ordered, "Clear Liquids, Advance as Tolerated

question 30

Multiple Choice

A physician has ordered, "Clear liquids, advance as tolerated." A nurse identifies that which of the following factors indicate that the patient is not yet ready to advance his or her diet?

• A) Hypoactive bowel sounds
• B) Nausea
• C) Complaints of indigestion
• D) Hunger
• E) Excessive thirst

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