Which of the following assessment findings in a client who had a total gastrectomy 12 hours previously is most important to report to the health care provider?
A)Absent bowel sounds
B)Scant nasogastric (NG) tube drainage
C)Complaints of incisional pain
D)Temperature 38.9°C (102°F)

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An elevation in temperature may indicate leakage at the anastomosis, which may require return to surgery or keeping the client NPO. The other findings are expected in the immediate postoperative period for clients who have this surgery.

Which of the Following Assessment Findings in a Client Who