A nurse notes a small section of bowel protruding ...

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Question Number 7

A nurse notes a small section of bowel protruding from the abdominal incision of a client who is postoperative. After calling for assistance, which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

A. Cover the client's wound with a moist, sterile dressing.

B. Have the client lie supine with knees flexed.

C. Check the client's vital signs.

D. Inform the client about the need to return to surgery.

✔ Correct Answer:

A. Cover the client's wound with a moist, sterile dressing.

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