Which information about continuous bladder irrigation will the nurse teach to a patient who is being admitted for a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)?
a. Bladder irrigation decreases the risk of postoperative bleeding.
b. Hydration and urine output are maintained by bladder irrigation.
c. Antibiotics are infused continuously through the bladder irrigation.
d. Bladder irrigation prevents obstruction of the catheter after surgery.
ANS: D
The purpose of bladder irrigation is to remove clots from the bladder and to prevent obstruction of the catheter by clots. The irrigation does not decrease bleeding or improve hydration. Antibiotics are given by the IV route, not through the bladder irrigation.
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