A nurse cares for a client who is recovering from an open Whipple procedure. Which action should the nurse take?
a. Clamp the nasogastric tube.
b. Place the client in semi-Fowler's position.
c. Assess vital signs once every shift.
d. Provide oral rehydration.
ANS: B
Postoperative care for a client recovering from an open Whipple procedure should include placing the client in a semi-Fowler's position to reduce tension on the suture line and anastomosis sites, setting the nasogastric tube to low suction to remove free air buildup and pressure, assessing vital signs frequently to assess fluid and electrolyte complications, and providing intravenous fluids.
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