A Patients Large Bowel Obstruction Has Failed to Resolve Spontaneously

Multiple Choice

A patients large bowel obstruction has failed to resolve spontaneously and the patients worsening condition has warranted admission to the medical unit. Which of the following aspects of nursing care is most appropriate for this patient?

A) Administering bowel stimulants as ordered
B) Administering bulk-forming laxatives as ordered
C) Performing deep palpation as ordered to promote peristalsis
D) Preparing the patient for surgical bowel resection