Test_Prep
NCLEX-RN · Question #413
NCLEX-RN Question #413: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation
Sign in or unlock NCLEX-RN to reveal the answer and full explanation for question #413. The question stem and answer options stay visible for context.
Question
A 52-year-old client who underwent an exploratory laparotomy for a bowel obstruction begins to complain of hunger on the third postoperative day. His nasogastric (NG) tube was removed this morning, and he has an IV of D5W with 0.45% normal saline running at 125 mL/hr. He asks when he can get rid of his IV and start eating. The nurse recognizes that he will be able to begin taking oral fluids and nourishment when:
Options
- AIt is determined that he has no signs of wound infection
- BHe is able to eat a full meal without evidence of nausea or vomiting
- CThe nurse can detect bowel sounds in all four quadrants
- DHis blood pressure returns to its preoperative baseline level or greater
Unlock NCLEX-RN to see the answer
You've previewed enough free NCLEX-RN questions. Unlock NCLEX-RN for full answers, explanations, the timed quiz mode, progress tracking, and the master PDF. Question stem and options stay visible so you can still see what's on the exam.