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    Ati nur250 med surg proctored exam

    A nurse is caring for a client who is 3 hr postoperative following abdominal surgery. Which of the following assessment data should the nurse report to the provider?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Serosanguineous drainage is common in the early postoperative period and is not typically a cause for concern unless it increases significantly or shows signs of infection. B. Urine output of only 50 mL over 3 hours is well below the expected minimum (typically ≥30 mL/hr) and may indicate hypovolemia or impaired renal perfusion. This finding should be reported to the provider promptly. C. A reduction in pain after administration of morphine is an expected and appropriate therapeutic response. D. Hemoglobin of 15% and hematocrit of 40% are within normal limits for most adults and do not require immediate action.

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