NCLEX PN Practice Tests Practice Question

A client who had a bowel resection 5 days ago says, 'I felt like I split open when I coughed.' The nurse finds the incision edges separated and bowel protruding through the wound. Which of the following actions are appropriate? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B,C,D,E

Rationale: Vital signs, sterile saline dressings, provider notification, and low Fowler with flexed knees manage dehiscence and evisceration. Oxycodone is inappropriate during this emergency.

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