Author Question: In assisting a male patient in using a urinal, which of the following actions should the nurse take? ... (Read 158 times)

AEWBW · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

In assisting a male patient in using a urinal, which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.)

a. Assess for orthostatic hypotension.
b. Assess the patient's normal elimination habits.
c. Assess for periods of incontinence.
d. Prop the urinal in place if the patient is unable to hold it.
e. Always stay with the patient during urinal use.

Question 2

In which position is the patient usually placed for a thoracentesis?

a. Dorsal recumbent position
b. Supine with the arms over the head
c. Sims' position on the affected side
d. Sitting and leaning over a bedside table

rekilledagain · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C
To assist the patient in using a urinal, the nurse should assess the patient's normal urinary elimination habits and look for periods of incontinence. Always determine mobility status before having a patient stand to void, and assess for orthostatic hypotension if the patient has been on prolonged bed rest. If the patient is able to handle the urinal himself, allow him privacy. If the patient is unable to handle the urinal the nurse will assist by holding it.

Answer to Question 2

D
Place the patient in the orthopneic position (upright position with arms and shoulders raised and supported on a padded over-bed table). If the patient is unable to tolerate this position, assist the patient to a side-lying position with the affected lung positioned upward. This expands the intercostal space for needle insertions.