The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Following Rectal Surgery

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client following rectal surgery who voids about 50 mL of urine every 30-60 minutes. Which of the following nursing actions is best?

• A)Use a bladder scan device to check the postvoiding residual.
• B)Monitor the client's intake and output over the next few hours.
• C)Have the client take small amounts of fluid frequently throughout the day.
• D)Reassure the client that this is normal after rectal surgery because of anesthesia.

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