A patient comes into the emergency department with suspected appendicitis. What should the nurse do for this patient?

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Suspected appendicitis requires an assessment of the abdomen and bowel sounds to gather further information about the patient's condition. Providing a hot water bottle or clear water to drink may not be appropriate until a diagnosis is made, and administering a biscodyl suppository is not typically indicated in the evaluation of suspected appendicitis.

A Patient Comes into the Emergency Department with Suspected Appendicitis