The Patient Has Come to the PACU Following an Ileostomy

The patient has come to the PACU following an ileostomy for the treatment of ulcerative colitis.The patient is conscious and has a nasogastric tube in place and a pouch over the stoma.What should be the nurse's initial action?

A) Turn patient to right side.
B) Give patient ice chips to moisten mouth.
C) Attach NG tube to suction.
D) Irrigate NG tube.