On the first postoperative day, the client is assisted to the bathroom. It is important for the nurse to:
A) allow the client privacy.
B) assess the client's safety.
C) assess the client's pain.
D) allow sufficient time.
Ans: B
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Toileting often is associated with falls; the nurse must ensure the client's safety.
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