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On assessment of the abdomen of a client 24 hours post–barium swallow, the nurse notes decreased bowel sounds. The client reports having had no bowel movement for 2 days. What conclusion can be drawn from these findings?
A.   This is a normal finding following a barium swallow.
B.   These findings may indicate a barium impaction.
C.   The client requires an order for milk of magnesia.
D.   The client’s diet may need advancement to stimulate peristalsis.
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Thank you for this, it helped me understand it perfectly.
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