A client who had surgery 4 hours ago has not yet voided. Of the following nursing measures to facilitate voiding, which one would be done LAST?
a. asking visitors to wait in the lounge area for a few minutes
b. assisting the client to ambulate to the bathroom
c. catheterizing the client
d. pouring warm water over the perineum
C
The client is at risk for urinary retention related to anesthesia, immobility, and pain. Interventions include the placement of a catheter to facilitate voiding.
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