The nurse is caring for a patient who is complaining of postoperative gas pain. What intervention can the nurse implement to aid the patient in passing flatus?
a. Assist the patient to ambulate.
b. Place a cold compress on the abdomen.
c. Offer a cup of coffee or tea.
d. Offer chilled vegetable juice.
A
Ambulation is the most effective method for helping a patient expel gas. Hot or cold beverages and cold compresses will increase gas.
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