A Client Who Had a TURP Becomes Confused and Agitated

question 56

Multiple Choice

A client who had a TURP becomes confused and agitated.His pulse has become slow and bounding,his systolic blood pressure has increased,and his diastolic blood pressure has decreased.These signs would indicate to the nurse that the client has developed which of the following complications?

• A)hemorrhage
• B)infection
• C)thrombosis
• D)water intoxication

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Definitions:

Assisted Stretching

A form of stretching where another person helps increase the range of movement by adding gentle force to the stretch.

Spinal Column

The structure consisting of a series of vertebrae extending from the skull to the lower back, supporting the body and protecting the spinal cord.

Flexibility Program

A structured set of exercises designed to enhance the flexibility and range of motion of joints and muscles.

Contract-relax Phase

A technique in stretching and physical therapy where a muscle is first contracted, then relaxed to allow it to stretch further.