Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for a client with suspected appendicitis. Nursing interventions for this client would include: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Correct answer
A,B
Rationale
Withholding food/fluids prevents surgical complications, and prophylactic antibiotics reduce infection risk. Heating pads, enemas, and ambulation increase the risk of rupture or exacerbate pain.