What measures might the nurse provide to encourage a patient who is having difficulty voiding?
A) Use a slipper bedpan.
B) Apply a cold compress to the perineum.
C) Have the patient lie in a supine position.
D) Provide privacy for the patient.
Ans: D
Feedback: To encourage a patient to void, the nurse may provide privacy, pour warm water over the perineum, and encourage the patient to sit in an upright position.
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