a client who had abdominal surgery two days ago has prescriptions for intravenous morphine sulfate 4 mg every 2 hours and a clear liquid diet. the client describes feeling distended and has sharp, cramping gas pains. what nursing intervention should be implemented?

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Nursing intervention should be implemented is to assist the client to ambulate in the hallWhat is abdominal surgery ?The stomach, small intestines, spleen, appendix, and colon are just a few of the organs that are treated during abdominal surgery (or rectum). Infections, malignancies, hernia repairs, and even gastrointestinal diseases might all necessitate surgery.Reduced peristalsis brought on by touching the intestine during surgery, restrictions on nutrition before to and following surgery, and anaesthetic and analgesic medications are the main causes of post-operative abdominal distention. By instituting early and frequent ambulation, peristalsis is promoted and distention is reduced. The client's condition does not currently warrant the use of laxatives or delaying food development. Although pain treatment should be used, another analgesic prescription might be required due to morphine's reduced ability to stimulate the intestines, which adds to the client's gas problems.Learn more about Abdominal surgery here:https://brainly.com/question/28461457#SPJ4