A nurse is teaching a client who is scheduled for a cystoscopy. Which of the following information should the nurse include in the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. "You can eat a full liquid meal up to 1 hour before the procedure": Most cystoscopy procedures require the patient to have an empty bladder or follow specific fasting instructions depending on anesthesia use. Eating a full liquid meal shortly before may not be recommended. B. "You may have pink-tinged urine after this procedure": Mild hematuria or pink-tinged urine is a common and expected finding after a cystoscopy due to minor trauma to the urinary tract during the procedure. This information helps prepare the client and reduces anxiety about normal post-procedure changes. C. "You should limit fluids for 12 hr following the procedure": Clients are generally encouraged to increase fluid intake after cystoscopy to flush the urinary tract and reduce irritation. Limiting fluids is not indicated and could worsen discomfort or urinary stasis. D. "You will be placed on your right side during the procedure": Cystoscopy is typically performed with the patient in a supine or lithotomy position to allow proper visualization of the urethra and bladder. Right-side positioning is not standard practice for this procedure.