Which of the following interventions are recommended guidelines for meeting client postoperative elimination needs?
A) Assess abdominal distention, especially if bowel sounds are audible or are low pitched.
B) Assess for the return of peristalsis by auscultating bowel sounds every four hours when the client is awake.
C) Encourage food and fluid intake when ordered, especially dairy products and low-fiber foods.
D) Assess for bladder distention by Palpating below the symphysis pubis if the client has not voided within eight hours after surgery.
Ans: B
Assess for the return of peristalsis by auscultating bowel sounds every four hours when the client is awake. Assess abdominal distention, especially if bowel sounds are inaudible or are high pitched. Encourage food and fluid intake when ordered, especially fruit juices and high-fiber foods. Assess for bladder distention by palpating above the symphysis pubis if the client has not voided within eight hours after surgery.
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