The nurse is caring for a patient upon their his return to the unit after a gastrostomy. Which of the following is a potential postoperative complication of a gastrostomy?
A) Premature removal of the tube
B) Dehydration
C) Diarrhea
D) Decrease in sodium
Ans: A
Feedback: A postoperative complication of a gastrostomy is GI bleeding. Other complications include wound infection and premature removal of the tube. Dehydration, diarrhea, and a decrease in sodium levels are not typical complications.
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