The nurse is caring for a patient 23 hours after abdominal surgery. Which of the following patient data collection findings would require the nurse to take action?

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Abdominal distention 23 hours after abdominal surgery could be a sign of a complication such as paralytic ileus or bowel obstruction and requires immediate nursing intervention. Hypoactive bowel sounds may be expected postoperatively and may resolve over time. Reports of flatus and lack of appetite may also be expected postoperatively and may improve over time.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient 23 Hours After