The nurse has been assessing the patient's bowel sounds. Which action should the nurse implement before notifying the healthcare provider if the bowel sounds are absent?
a. Obtain an abdominal radiograph.
b. Ambulate the patient.
c. Assess related factors.
d. Use an amplifying instrument.
C
If the patient has inaudible bowel sounds, the nurse assesses the patient for distention, the last bowel movement, and patient comfort to obtain a more complete assessment. The nurse needs an order for an abdominal x-ray film. Ambulating the patient can help in some situations, but further assessment is indicated at this time. Doppler devices are not useful to detect bowel sounds.
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