A Patient Scheduled for a Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy in 4 Days

question 30

Multiple Choice

A patient scheduled for a laparoscopic cholecystectomy in 4 days asks how pain can be controlled until the surgery. How should the nurse respond?

• A) "You will feel better if you sit in a recliner and drink water and try not to eat anything. Do not eat any fat."
• B) "You will feel better if you rest in bed and do not eat anything until the procedure. Drink only water and milk."
• C) "You will feel better if you alternate lying on your back and lying on your abdomen. You may eat anything except fatty food."
• D) "You will feel better if you walk as frequently as possible. You may drink coffee, but not soda."

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