After a radical prostatectomy, a client is ready to be discharged. Which nursing action included in the discharge plan should be delegated to an experienced LPN/LVN?
A. Reinforcing the client's need to check his temperature daily
B. Teaching the client how to care for his retention catheter
C. Documenting a discharge assessment in the client's chart
D. Instructing the client about the prescribed narcotic analgesic
Answer: A. Reinforcing the client's need to check his temperature daily
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