A charge nurse is teaching newly licensed nurses about postoperative procedures following abdominal surgery. Which of the following information should the charge nurse include?

Rationale: A. "Report bleeding that saturates the client's dressing.": Excessive or saturating bleeding from a postoperative abdominal incision may indicate hemorrhage or disruption of the surgical site and requires immediate provider notification. B. "Ensure the client's urinary output is no less than 20 mL per hour.": The expected minimum urinary output for an adult after surgery is at least 30 mL per hour, which reflects adequate renal perfusion and fluid balance. A urine output of 20 mL per hour is too low. C. "Expect the client to have a palpable distended bladder following surgery.": A distended bladder is not expected postoperatively and may signal urinary retention, a common complication due to anesthesia or opioids. D. "Maintain the client in a supine position for 24 hours following surgery.": Keeping the client supine for 24 hours increases the risk of respiratory complications, including atelectasis and pneumonia. The nurse should encourage early ambulation and semi-Fowler’s positioning.