The nurse is preparing to care for an infant returning from pyloromyotomy surgery. Which prescribed orders should the nurse anticipate implementing? (Select all that apply.)
A) NPO for 24 hours
B) Administration of analgesics for pain
C) Ice bag to the incisional area
D) IV fluids continued until tolerating PO
E) Clear liquids as the first feeding

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Feedings are usually instituted soon after a pyloromyotomy surgery, beginning with clear liquids and advancing to formula or breast milk as tolerated. IV fluids are administered until the infant is taking and retaining adequate amounts by mouth. Appropriate analgesics should be given around the clock because pain is continuous. Ice should not be applied to the incisional area as it vasoconstricts and would reduce circulation to the incisional area and impair healing.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Care for an Infant Returning