The Nurse Is Preparing Care for a Patient Recovering from Surgery

The nurse is preparing care for a patient recovering from surgery for colorectal cancer. Which interventions should the nurse use when creating a pain management plan for this patient? Select all that apply.

A) Provide pain medication on request
B) Assess surgical site for inflammation
C) Assess bowel sounds
D) Administer pain medication after painful procedures
E) Instruct to use a pillow to splint when deep breathing and coughing