The Nurse Is Attending a Client 3 Days Postoperative for Removal

The nurse is attending a client 3 days postoperative for removal of a section of small bowel because of injury from a strangulated hernia. The nurse is aware the client is now diagnosed with short-bowel syndrome. Which initial postoperative teaching is most important for the nurse to provide?

A) The client will need 12 to 18 months for the body to adapt to the change.
B) The first 3 months will require careful monitoring and nutrition supplements.
C) The body will gradually adapt to the change and eventually function as normal.
D) An extensive regimen of medication therapy requires lifelong compliance.