Transurethral resection of the prostate
Transurethral resection of the prostate ( 37 Questions)
Administering pain relief may be necessary, but the nurse's first action should be to notify the healthcare provider about the client's severe pain and other concerning symptoms.
This is the correct answer. Severe lower abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, and the presence of blood clots in the urine may indicate postoperative complications after TURP. The nurse should notify the healthcare provider immediately for further evaluation and intervention.
Encouraging the client to drink more fluids may be helpful, but it is not the first action when the client experiences severe pain and other concerning symptoms.
Deep breathing exercises can help manage pain, but the nurse should first address the client's acute symptoms and notify the healthcare provider for appropriate intervention.
A. Administering pain relief may be necessary, but the nurse's first action should be to notify the healthcare provider about the client's severe pain and other concerning symptoms.
B. This is the correct answer. Severe lower abdominal pain, difficulty urinating, and the presence of blood clots in the urine may indicate postoperative complications after TURP. The nurse should notify the healthcare provider immediately for further evaluation and intervention.
C. Encouraging the client to drink more fluids may be helpful, but it is not the first action when the client experiences severe pain and other concerning symptoms.
D. Deep breathing exercises can help manage pain, but the nurse should first address the client's acute symptoms and notify the healthcare provider for appropriate intervention.