Nursing · Medical Surgical Nursing
A patient complains of right lower quadrant abdominal tenderness, nausea, vomiting, and extreme restlessness. An X-ray reveals abdominal distension suggestive of acute appendicitis or obstruction. What is the immediate priority nursing action?
Verified Solution4 OptionsUpdated: October 2026👁️1 View
Share:
- 1Keep the patient under continuous routine observation without restricting intake
- 2Administer aggressive IV fluids and narcotic analgesics
- 3Insert a nasogastric (NG) tube immediately
- 4Keep the patient NPO (nil per os) and prepare for potential surgery✓
Correct answer
Keep the patient NPO (nil per os) and prepare for potential surgery
Download Single Question PDF
Save this question and verified answer as a clean study sheet with live clickable link.
👥
Share with Friends & Study Groups
Challenge your peer aspirants on WhatsApp or Telegram to solve this question!
Online Test Series
Start Free Mock Test →Preparing for Nursing?
Practice full-length mock tests with real exam timers, instant score analysis, and all-India ranking.
Chapter Practice
Practice Medical Surgical Nursing MCQs →Want more practice questions on Medical Surgical Nursing?
Solve complete topic-wise tests with detailed solutions on GkGet.
Related Practice Questions
Recommended practice questions in Nursing · Medical Surgical Nursing