The nurse is caring for a patient who had a prostatectomy and is now having bladder spasms. What action should the nurse take? Select all that apply.
A. Increase the rate of flow of urinary catheter irrigation solution.
B. Assess the patient's temperature.
C. Check to see if the urinary catheter is draining.
D. Administer belladonna and opium (B&O) suppositories as prescribed.
E. Ask the patient if he feels the need to have a bowel movement.
Answer: E
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