Patient Data Which should the practical nurse (PN) do immediately after intestinal tissue is noted protruding from the wound? Select all that apply.

Assist the client to cough and deep breathe

Hold pressure on the dressing

Have a registered nurse (RN) insert a peripheral IV (PIV)

Transport the client to the operating room

Cover the wound with sterile gauze soaked in sterile saline

Encourage the client to drink fluids

Notify the surgeon

Place the client in low-Fowlers with knees bent