Four hours after major abdominal surgery,the nurse notes that the patient does not have any bowel sounds.What is the appropriate action of the nurse?

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Absence of bowel sounds is common for the first few hours to days following major abdominal surgery.The nurse should keep the patient NPO as any oral intake will lead to nausea and vomiting.The surgeon does not need to be notified and the patient does not require emergency surgery.

Four Hours After Major Abdominal Surgery,the Nurse Notes That the Patient