Pathophysiology for Nurses

at a Glance

Muralitharan Nair, Ian Peate

Multiple Choice: Peritonitis

1. Following surgery a patient develops paralytic ileus. What is the most important nursing consideration that you will carry out?

A. Ensure that the patient has clear fluids
B. Check for bowel sounds hourly
C. Check that the patient has passed urine
D. Administer oral medications as prescribed
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