Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
Simulated
The nurse is caring for the client scheduled for an abdominal perineal resection for Stage IV colon cancer. Which client problem should the nurse include in the intraoperative care plan?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Fluid volume deficit is a key intraoperative concern due to blood loss and fluid shifts during abdominal perineal resection. Perfusion, infection, and immunosuppression are postoperative risks.