The nurse is admitting a client with suspected appendicitis. Which of the following does the nurse expect to be ordered for this client? (Select all that apply)
1. A barium enema
2. Pain medication
3. Complete white blood cell count
4. Regular diet
5. Vancomycin
2. Pain medication 3. Complete white blood cell count
Rationale:
Pain medications will be ordered as will a complete white blood count, which will be elevated. A barium enema is not ordered as this could cause perforation of the appendix and bowel. The client will be npo, and the cephalosporins are the antibiotic of choice for antibiotic therapy.
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