A 32-year-old patient with a history of polycystic kidney disease is admitted to the surgical unit after having shoulder surgery.Which of the routine postoperative orders is most important for the nurse to discuss with the health care provider?
A) Infuse 5% dextrose in normal saline at 75 mL/hr.
B) Order regular diet after patient is awake and alert.
C) Give ketorolac (Toradol) 10 mg PO PRN for pain.
D) Draw blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine in 2 hours.
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