The client’s postoperative orders state “diet as tolerated.” The client has been NPO. The nurse will advance the client’s diet to clear liquids based on which assessment? Select all that apply.  1....

The client’s postoperative orders state “diet as tolerated.” The client has been NPO. The nurse will advance the client’s diet to clear liquids based on which assessment? Select all that apply.

 1. Does not complain of nausea or vomiting

 2. Pain level is maintained at a rating of 2–3 out of 10

 3. States passing flatus

 4. Ambulates with minimal assistance

5. Expresses feeling “hungry”