A client with alterations in the bladder is about to undergo a cystoscopy. The nurse should teach the client:

1. that burning on urination can occur for a couple of days post-procedure.
2. that the client should increase fluids before the test.
3. that bed rest is recommended for 2 days following the test.
4. to decrease fluid intake after the test.


Answer: 1

1. Burning on urination can occur for a few days after the procedure and is normal.
2. The client is NPO for 8 hours prior to the test.
3. Bed rest is not necessary after the test.
4. The client should increase fluids after the procedure to help reduce pain.

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