A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 1 day postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Explanation & Rationale
Dark red urine following a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) can indicate active bleeding or hematoma formation. It is important to notify the provider because further assessment and intervention may be necessary to address the source of the bleeding and prevent complications. B. Frequent urge to urinate is expected after a TURP procedure as the bladder recovers and adapts to the changes. This is not a concerning finding and does not require immediate reporting to the provider. C. A urine output of 300 mL over 8 hours can be considered adequate, especially in the early postoperative period. The nurse should continue to monitor the client's urinary output, but this finding does not require immediate reporting. D. Occasional small clots in the urine can be expected after a TURP procedure due to the healing process and sloughing of tissue. However, if the clots become large or obstructive, or if there is a sudden increase in the frequency of clots, it should be reported to the provider.