What should instructions relate to for a discharge teaching plan for a patient after undergoing a prostatectomy? (Select all that apply.)
a. Remedy for bladder spasm
b. Catheter care
c. Delay of sexual activity for 3 months
d. Perineal exercises
e. Avoidance of heavy lifting
A, B, D, E
Instruction relative to relieving bladder spasms, catheter care, perineal exercises to help reduce incontinence, and the avoidance of heavy lifting are appropriate. Sexual activity is usually re-sumed in 6 weeks.
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