If a patient undergoes resection of 6 inches of the colon, they are likely to have the best outcome if they
a. gave the bowel complete rest for 7 to 14 days.
b. begin oral or enteral feedings the day after surgery.
c. follow a soft, low-fiber diet.
d. follow a high-fiber diet to promote laxation.
Answer: b. begin oral or enteral feedings the day after surgery.
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Noises reach a pain threshold at ____________________ dB
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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