A Patient Undergoing a Left Ureterolithotomy Returns to the Surgical

question 36

Multiple Choice

A patient undergoing a left ureterolithotomy returns to the surgical unit with a left ureteral catheter and a urethral catheter in place. When caring for the patient, the nurse will plan to

• A) aspirate the ureteral catheter if output decreases.
• B) clamp the ureteral catheter unless output from the urethral catheter stops.
• C) keep the patient on bed rest until the ureteral catheter is discontinued.
• D) teach the patient about home care for both catheters.

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Definitions:

Operating Activities

Operating activities involve the primary revenue-generating activities of an organization, including production, sales, and delivery of the company’s product as well as administrative and general expenses.

Salaries Expense

The cost incurred by a business to pay its employees for services rendered during a specific period.

Unearned Revenues

Money received by a company for goods or services yet to be delivered or performed, recorded as a liability.

Operating Cash Payments

Cash outflows related to the primary revenue-generating activities of a business, such as payments to suppliers and employees.