The Nurse,caring for Older School-Age Client Recovering from an Appendectomy,is

Multiple Choice

The nurse,caring for older school-age client recovering from an appendectomy,is preparing to help the family ambulate the child for the first time after surgery.Which non-pharmacological nursing strategy would be appropriate for this client?

A) A warm, moist pack over the site of the incision
B) A splint pillow against the abdomen when moving or coughing
C) Administering appropriate narcotic analgesics
D) An ice pack over the site of the incision