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NCLEX RN Practice Question

A nurse is caring for a client on the first postoperative day following abdominal surgery. The client reports severe incisional pain rated 9 out of 10 on the pain scale despite receiving medication. The nurse assesses the client and notes a temperature of 101°F (38.3°C), a firm, distended abdomen, and absent bowel sounds. What is the nurse's best action?

  • Administer additional analgesics to address the client's pain.

  • Reassess the client's symptoms in one hour for changes.

  • Assist the client in ambulating to promote bowel movement.

  • Notify the healthcare provider about the client's symptoms.

NCLEX RN
Physiological Integrity
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