Multiple Choice
A postoperative patient has not voided for 7 hours after return to the postsurgical unit. Which action should the nurse take first?
A) Notify the surgeon.
B) Perform a bladder scan.
C) Assist the patient to ambulate to the bathroom.
D) Insert a straight catheter as indicated on the PRN order.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
Verified
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