A 70-year-old male recently had prostate surgery. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the patient's nursing care plan?
A) Maintain the patient's skin integrity.
B) Restore the patient's desired roles and functions.
C) Achieve partial or complete restoration of bladder control.
D) Allow the patient to resume sexual relations.
D
Feedback:
It is important to consider sexual activity for the elderly and the questions and concerns they may have about returning to healthy activities. Choices A, B, and C are goals in the care plan for a patient with incontinence.
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1. The specimen collection precedes the antibiotic. 2. Urine aspirate from the collection bag is suitable. 3. The urine test requires sending a sterile specimen. 4. The client provides self-care of perineum properly.
What limitations did the commentary highlight in the above recommendation?
What will be an ideal response?
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