A patient has had a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. The patient is now complaining of right shoulder pain. What should the nurse suggest to relieve the pain?

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If pain occurs in the right shoulder or scapular area (from migration of the $\mathrm{CO}_{2}$ used to insufflate the abdominal cavity during the procedure), the nurse may recommend use of a heating pad for 15 to 20 minutes hourly, walking, and sitting up when in bed. Aspirin would constitute a risk for bleeding.

A Patient Has Had a Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy