Client who had open cholecystectomy

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When the nurse is caring for a client who had an open cholecystectomy, which assessment finding most indicates the need for action by the nurse? Bile-colored drainage from T-tube Serosanguinous drainage on dressing Incisional pain rated 5 (0-10 scale) Decreased breath sounds at lung basesWhen preparing a client who is scheduled for a pulmonary function test (PFT) because of possible adult-onset asthma, which action would the nurse take? Have client use the prescribed as needed bronchodilator before testing. Teach client how to take a deep breath and exhale forcefully. Explain the reason for not eating for 6 hours before testing. Check to be sure that the informed consent form is signed.

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