Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing a client who is postoperative following a cholecystectomy. The client reports right shoulder pain. Which action should the nurse take first?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Right shoulder pain post-cholecystectomy is likely referred pain from diaphragmatic irritation (phrenic nerve). Notifying the provider ensures evaluation for complications like bile leak.