Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 89%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is 1 day postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) and has a continuous bladder irrigation in place. Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
B,D,E
Rationale
Using sterile technique, notifying the surgeon for bright red urine or clots, and ensuring tubing patency are critical to prevent infection, manage bleeding, and maintain irrigation effectiveness.