A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 1 day postoperative following a vaginal hysterectomy. Which of the the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

A. "Occasional small clots in the urine." Small clots in the urine can be expected in the first 24 to 48 hours following a vaginal hysterectomy due to minor bleeding from surgical manipulation. However, large or persistent clots should be reported as they may indicate active bleeding. B. "Frequent urge to urinate." A frequent urge to urinate is common after surgery due to bladder irritation, inflammation, or the effects of anesthesia. However, if accompanied by pain, burning, or difficulty urinating, it could indicate a urinary tract infection or urinary retention requiring further evaluation. C. "Dark red urine." Dark red urine suggests active bleeding, which is not an expected postoperative finding and requires immediate evaluation. This may indicate excessive surgical site bleeding or trauma to the urinary tract, necessitating prompt intervention by the provider. D. "Urine output of 300 mL over 8 hr." While this is lower than the expected urine output (at least 30 mL/hr or 240 mL in 8 hours), it is not critically low. The nurse should encourage fluid intake and monitor for signs of dehydration or urinary retention before escalating the concern to the provider.