The patient is being prepared for discharge after extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy (ESWL)
The nurse informs the patient that hematuria is common after the procedure and to notify the physician if the hematuria does not disappear within:
A) 1 day
B) 4 to 5 days
C) 1 month
D) 6 months
Ans: B
Feedback: It is important to inform the patient to expect hematuria after ESWL, but it should disappear within 4 to 5 days.
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