hospitalized patient is on a progressive diet following surgery.One day the patient experiences nausea and vomiting after consuming lunch.The nurse recognizes that it is his responsibility to:

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The nurse should track the patient's tolerance and readiness to advance the diet. Nausea and vomiting can be caused by a variety of factors, such as postoperative side effects or a reaction to the specific food consumed. Withholding all foods or reporting a case of foodborne illness is not appropriate without further assessment. Contacting the dietitian may also be helpful in making adjustments to the patient's diet, but the immediate priority is to monitor the patient's response to the current diet and address any discomfort or issues. The nurse's responsibility is to assess the patient's tolerance to the current diet and make adjustments as needed. Withholding food or contacting the kitchen would not be appropriate in this situation without further assessment and evaluation of the patient's condition. Contacting the dietitian may be necessary, but only after the patient's tolerance to the current diet has been evaluated.

Hospitalized Patient Is on a Progressive Diet Following Surgery