A physician has ordered "Clear liquids, advance as tolerated." Which factors indicate to the nurse the advancement of the client's diet should be delayed? Select all that apply.
A)Hypoactive bowel sounds
B)Nausea and vomiting
C)Reports of indigestion
D)Expression of hunger
E)Verbalizing thirst

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Hypoactive bowel sounds, nausea and vomiting, and reports of indigestion indicate that the gastrointestinal system may not be ready to handle more complex foods, thus suggesting a delay in advancing the diet.

A Physician Has Ordered "Clear Liquids, Advance as Tolerated