The nurse should report incisional pain of 9/10 to the provider, as it may suggest possible complications and is considered a high priority. Other findings may be important but are not as immediately concerning as severe pain.
The question is asking which finding should be reported to a healthcare provider when a patient has a nasogastric (NG) tube set to continuous low suction following a gastrectomy. The nurse should report incisional pain of 9/10 to the provider immediately. Although a small amount of bloody drainage in the NG tube can be expected after surgery, significant pain suggests possible complications.
Gastric distention might indicate a problem with the NG tube placement or function, but absent bowel sounds could be normal for a short period after gastrectomy. However, if the absent bowel sounds persist, this should be reported as well.
In conclusion, while all these symptoms are important to note in the patient's care, incisional pain at a level of 9/10 is most concerning for immediate complications and thus should be reported promptly.