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dmcintosh

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on: Jun 25, 2018
Which information about continuous bladder irrigation will the nurse teach to a patient who is being admitted for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)?
 
  a. Bladder irrigation decreases the risk of postoperative bleeding.
  b. Hydration and urine output are maintained by bladder irrigation.
  c. Antibiotics are infused continuously through the bladder irrigation.
  d. Bladder irrigation prevents obstruction of the catheter after surgery.

Question 2

The nurse will plan to teach the patient scheduled for photovaporization of the prostate (PVP)
 
  a. that urine will appear bloody for several days.
  b. how to care for an indwelling urinary catheter.
  c. that symptom improvement takes 2 to 3 weeks.
  d. about complications associated with urethral stenting.


cam1229

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The purpose of bladder irrigation is to remove clots from the bladder and to prevent obstruction of the catheter by clots. The irrigation does not decrease bleeding or improve hydration. Antibiotics are given by the IV route, not through the bladder irrigation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The patient will have an indwelling catheter for 24 to 48 hours and will need teaching about catheter care. There is minimal bleeding with this procedure. Symptom improvement is almost immediate after PVP. Stent placement is not included in the procedure.


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