Which statement made by the client being discharged to home after a transurethral prosta-tectomy indicates a need for clarification?
A. "I will practice stopping my stream of urine while urinating to strengthen my sphincter control."
B. "I will limit my intake of liquids to less than 2 L each day to prevent inconti-nence."
C. "I will read and play cards with friends as my entertainment for the first 3 weeks."
D. "I will avoid caffeinated beverages and spicy foods."
B
Clients are instructed to drink at least 12 to 14 glasses of water each day (unless contraindicated because of another medical condition) to keep the urine dilute and stimulate the micturition ref-lex mechanisms.
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