A Patient Who Has Just Returned from a Transurethral Resection

question 5

Multiple Choice

A patient who has just returned from a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) asks the nurse why he needs a urinary catheter. What is the correct explanation?

• A)"We can take the catheter out when you are able to urinate on your own. I'll ask the physician if we can remove it later today."
• B)"The catheter is being used to irrigate your bladder with antibiotics. It is important to continue this until you can take antibiotics orally."
• C)"The catheter keeps your bladder empty to reduce risk for infection. It is important to leave it in for at least 72 hours."
• D)"The catheter is keeping pressure on the area to prevent bleeding. We will remove it when the risk for bleeding has passed."

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