ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Exam East Wick College Questions
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A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative and requesting something to drink. The nurse reads the client's postoperative prescriptions, which include, 'Clear liquids, advance diet as tolerated.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Auscultate the client's abdomen. This is the first action the nurse should take because it assesses the client's gastrointestinal motility postoperatively, ensuring it is safe to offer fluids. If bowel sounds are absent, it may indicate gastrointestinal issues that need to be addressed before providing any oral intake. Option A is incorrect as ordering lunch is premature without assessing the client's readiness for oral intake. Option B is incorrect as offering apple juice before assessing bowel sounds could lead to complications if the client is not yet ready for fluids. Option D, elevating the head of the bed, is important but not the first action needed in this scenario.
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