A client is admitted with diverticulitis of 1 day's duration.Which of these nursing interventions should be included in the client's plan of care?
A)Offer oral fluids frequently.
B)Ambulate ad lib.
C)Keep the client in a private room.
D)Maintain NPO.

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Nursing care of the client who has diverticulosis focuses on preventing diverticulitis;client education includes following a high-fiber diet or taking fiber supplements and stool softeners as prescribed.The nurse should monitor the client who has diverticulitis for evidence of infection;if surgery is scheduled,the nurse should allay the client's anxiety about the procedure and maintain NPO status.

A Client Is Admitted with Diverticulitis of 1 Day's Duration