A client develops peritonitis as a result of a ruptured appendix.The nurse should carefully monitor the client for evidence of which of these complications?
A)hypothermia
B)thrombosis
C)hepatitis
D)paralytic ileus

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Peritonitis is a life-threatening condition that is evidenced by vomiting,abdominal pain and distention,and absence of bowel sounds.Surgical management includes repairing the cause of peritoneal irritation,decompressing the abdomen,and inserting abdominal drains.Analgesics and antibiotics are prescribed,and the client has no oral intake of food and fluids until bowel sounds return.Nursing care of clients who have peritonitis include managing pain,monitoring fluid volume and respiratory status,monitoring for paralytic ileus,and providing comfort measures.

A Client Develops Peritonitis as a Result of a Ruptured