Paralytic ileus is described by the nurse as:
A)Edema of the intestinal mucosa
B)Acute dilation of the colon
C)Absent, diminished, or uncoordinated autonomic stimulation of peristalsis
D)High, tinkling bowel sounds over the area of obstruction

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Paralytic ileus is characterized by diminished, absent, or uncoordinated bowel sounds due to inappropriate or absent autonomic nervous system (vagal) stimulation of the intestinal tract. Paralytic ileus may occur due to anesthetic interruption of autonomic outflow or hypokalemia. Edema of the intestinal mucosa (Choice A) is usually found with inflammation or ulcerative colitis. Acute dilation of the colon (Choice B) and high, tinkling bowel sounds (Choice D) are associated with large-bowel obstruction.

Paralytic Ileus Is Described by the Nurse As