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vHAUNG6011

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which nursing action will assist in pain management for a client in the postoperative phase?
 
  A) Client education
  B) Relaxation techniques
  C) Dim lighting
  D) Provide food and medication

Question 2

In the postoperative phase of abdominal surgery, the client complains of severe abdominal pain. In the second postoperative day, the client's bowel sounds are absent. What does the nurse suspect?
 
  A) Normal response
  B) Abdominal infection
  C) Hernia development
  D) Paralytic ileus


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Kedrick2014

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
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Nursing interventions vital in helping clients cope with pain include administering medications, positioning, relaxation techniques, psychological support, distraction techniques, and appropriate referrals to other health professionals.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
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A potential complication after surgery is paralytic ileus, a condition in which there is decreased bowel functioning.


vHAUNG6011

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Excellent

peter

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:D TYSM

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