A client had an open cholecystectomy with a T-tube insertion, and the nurse is measuring the bile drainage every 8 hours. When should the nurse notify the physician?
A) If more than 500 mL of bile drainage is present in 24 hours.
B) If the bile drainage is dark green.
C) If there is 100 mL in the drainage pouch after 8 hours.
D) If there is 10 mL/hour of drainage in 24 hours.
A
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The nurse measures bile drainage every 8 hours or according to agency policy. If more than 500 mL of bile drains within 24 hours or if drainage is significantly reduced, the nurse notifies the physician.
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