After a Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP),a 64-Yr-Old Patient

question 9

Multiple Choice

After a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) ,a 64-yr-old patient with continuous bladder irrigation complains of painful bladder spasms. The nurse observes clots in the urine. Which action should the nurse take first?

• A)Increase the flow rate of the bladder irrigation.
• B)Administer the prescribed IV morphine sulfate.
• C)Give the patient the prescribed belladonna and opium suppository.
• D)Manually instill and then withdraw 50 mL of saline into the catheter.

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Definitions:

Slave

A person who is the legal property of another and is forced to obey them.

Quota

A fixed share or allocation of something, often applied to trade limitations, immigration controls, or production targets.

Dahomey

A historical kingdom in West Africa, known for its powerful military, wealth through trade, and role in the transatlantic slave trade.

Asante

The Asante (or Ashanti) are an ethnic group native to the Ashanti Region of modern-day Ghana, known for their rich cultural heritage, historical kingdom, and influential role in the region's history, especially during the Atlantic slave trade.