Question

A client with stage ii ovarian cancer undergoes a total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy with tumor resection, omentectomy, appendectomy, and lymphadenectomy. during the second postoperative day, which data collection finding would raise concern in the nurse?

Answer 1

In the second postoperative day, the data collection finding that would raise concern to the nurse is when the client has experienced increased lethargy and shallow breathing for this is indicative of respiratory complication in which is dangerous and a warning sign to the client’s health. This should be assessed and monitored immediately.