On the second postoperative day, a patient who has had an abdominal hysterectomy complains of gas and abdominal distention. Which intervention would be most appropriate to stimulate a bowel movement?

a. Offering carbonated beverages
b. Encouraging ambulation at least four times per day
c. Administering a 1000-mL soapsuds enema
d. Applying an abdominal binder


ANS: B
Early ambulation is very helpful to return the bowel to normal function.

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