Chapter 11, Problem 15MC

Paralytic ileus is a possible postoperative complication. To check for it, which of the following should be done? a. Administer antibiotics b. Observe and monitor patient heart rate c. Monitor renal function d. Auscultate for bowel sounds every 4 hours

A client returns from surgery with a nasogastric tube and intermittent gastric suction to provide abdominal decompression. Which of the following are correct nursing activities for managing the equipment and drainage? Select all that apply. a. When irrigating the nasogastric tube, use sterile water b. Document the consistency and amount of drainage c. Wear sterile gloves when irrigating the nasogastric tube d. Wear nonsterile gloves when emptying the drainage container e. Apply water-soluble lubricant if the client’s lips are dry

A nurse is caring for a patient who has a nasogastric tube inplace for gastric decompression. Which nursing actions areappropriate when irrigating a nasogastric tube connected tosuction? Select all that apply.a. Draw up 30 mL of saline solution into the syringe.b. Unclamp the suction tubing near the connection site toinstill solution. c. Place the tip of the syringe in the tube to gently insertsaline solution.d. Place syringe in the blue air vent of a Salem sump ordouble-lumen tube.e. After instilling irrigant, hold the end of the NG tube overan irrigation tray.f. Observe for return flow of NG drainage into an availablecontainer.