The nurse is caring for a patient with a 4-day-old ileostomy.The patient complains of cramping,the nurse notes a drop in the effluent for the ileostomy,and the bowel sounds are rapid with a "tinkling" sound.What action should the nurse take?

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Cramping and reduced effluent from a new ileostomy should be reported immediately as these are signs of obstruction,which could lead to perforation.Ileostomies are not irrigated except by the physician or an enterostomal therapist.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a 4-Day-Old