A Resident Has Not Voided in 6 Hours

question 4

Multiple Choice

A resident has not voided in 6 hours. Which instruction to a nursing assistant would likely ensure getting the information needed by the LPN/LVN charge nurse?

• A) "Watch the resident's output closely today."
• B) "I need to know if the resident is voiding sufficiently."
• C) "The resident should void at least twice during the shift in quantities of 200 mL or more."
• D) "Report to me immediately if the resident voids between now and 10 AM, and tell me the amount he voids. If he has not voided by 10 AM, please report this to me."

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