The nurse is caring for a client following gastrointestinal diagnostic testing. The client verbalizes being ashamed because he is having frequent gas. Which nursing suggestion is best?
A) "Having gas following the procedure is normal. Expel the gas to decrease discomfort."
B) "Do not be ashamed. Everyone has gas following the procedure."
C) "The nursing staff is used to having clients with gas due to the procedure completed."
D) "Nurses anticipate that client will have gas following the procedure and provide privacy."
A
Feedback:
The nurse is correct to tell the client that what he is experiencing is normal and encourage the client to release the gas to decrease pain and discomfort. Proving information relieving the embarrassment and stating the benefit of the action is most helpful.
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