Question

a nurse is caring for a client who is 4 hours postoperative following a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. which of the following findings should the nurse expect? a. right shoulder pain b. urine output 20 ml/hr c. temperature 38.4°c (101.1°f) d. oxygen saturation 92%

Explanation:

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy uses CO₂ to inflate the abdomen, which can irritate the diaphragm and cause referred pain to the right shoulder in the early postoperative period. The other options are abnormal: urine output <30 mL/hr is oliguria, a temperature >38°C may indicate infection, and 92% oxygen saturation is below the normal 95-100% range, all of which are unexpected and require intervention.

Answer:

A. Right shoulder pain