The Nurse Is Providing Care for an Older Adult Client

The nurse is providing care for an older adult client who presents with abdominal cramping, abdominal distention, and the inability to have a bowel movement. An abdominal x-ray reveals a distended colon, with loops of dilated bowel superior to an obstruction. Which treatment does the nurse expect to be prescribed?

A) Placement of a nasogastric tube
B) Laxatives to stimulate peristalsis
C) Pureed, bland diet as tolerated
D) Enemas until return is clear