A postoperative client vomited.After cleaning and comforting the client,which action by the nurse is most important?

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Vomiting after surgery has several complications,including aspiration.The nurse should listen to the client's lung sounds.The client should be allowed to rest after an assessment.Documenting is important,but the nurse needs to be able to document fully,including an assessment.The client should not eat until nausea has subsided.

A Postoperative Client Vomited