A nurse is planning care for a client who is 2 hr postoperative following a transurethral resection of the prostate. The client is receiving continuous bladder irrigation. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Clients receiving continuous bladder irrigation after a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) often feel a constant urge to void due to the presence of the catheter and the irrigation fluid in the bladder. The nurse should reassure the client that this sensation is expected. B. Weighing the client is not necessary for immediate postoperative care following TURP. Fluid balance is managed by monitoring urine output rather than daily weight. C. Urine output should be monitored more frequently than every 6 hours in the immediate postoperative period, especially with continuous bladder irrigation, to ensure there are no blockages or complications. D. Fluid restriction is not recommended after TURP. In fact, encouraging oral fluid intake helps maintain hydration and prevents blood clots in the bladder irrigation system.