A 60-year-old male has had a prostatectomy. The nurse is teaching the client about some issues he will face after recovery. The client is overly stressed upon hearing that he may have episode of incontinence at his age
Which of the following would the nurse teach the client to help minimize this problem? 1. Restrict fluids when in public
2. Perform Kegel exercises
3. Ask the physician for incontinence medication
4. Change the Foley catheter bag daily
2. Perform Kegel exercises
Rationale: Urinary incontinence after surgery is not unexpected. Teaching the client Kegel exercises is the best way to help him eliminate or remove occasions of stress incontinence. Restricting fluids may cause further urinary problems and is not advised. Medication or Foley catheters are not appropriate long-term treatments for this complication.
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