A client has suspected appendicitis with right lower quadrant pain and guarding. Which provider order should the nurse question?

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C. Apply a heating pad to the abdomen — Heat can increase the risk of rupture by increasing blood flow and inflammation. Clients with suspected appendicitis are kept NPO with IV fluids and monitored for perforation.

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A. Keep the client NPO

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B. Start IV fluids

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D. Prepare the client for possible surgery