A client is admitted with the diagnosis Rule out appendicitis.Which nursing action is MOST important?
A)assessing the client's pain threshold
B)avoiding administering analgesics
C)encouraging the family to visit
D)monitoring laboratory reports

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Nursing care of the client who has appendicitis involves preparation for surgery,often as an emergency procedure;analgesics are withheld preoperatively but are administered postoperatively.The nurse should also reinforce the need for any activity restrictions after discharge.

A Client Is Admitted with the Diagnosis Rule Out Appendicitis