A female patient is awaiting surgery for acute peritonitis. Which action will the nurse include in the plan of care?
a. Position patient with the knees flexed.
b. Avoid use of opioids or sedative drugs.
c. Offer frequent small sips of clear liquids.
d. Assist patient to breathe deeply and cough.
a. Position patient with the knees flexed.
There is less peritoneal irritation with the knees flexed, which will help decrease pain. Opioids and sedatives are typically given to control pain and anxiety. Preoperative patients with peritonitis are given IV fluids for hydration. Deep breathing and coughing will increase the patient's discomfort.
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