A 77-year-old male client with a history of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease was evaluated in an ambulatory clinic 6 months ago after having experienced urinary hesitancy and post void leaking. The client was diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia and prescribed terazosin. He presented to the emergency department several days ago and was diagnosed with acute urinary retention, urinary tract infection, hematuria, and hydronephrosis. The client underwent a transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) procedure and is scheduled for discharge today. After providing discharge instructions to the client and his wife, the nurse assesses their understanding. For each client statement, check the box to indicate whether the nurses discharge instructions were Effective (helped the client understand the discharge instructions), Ineffective (did not help the client understand the discharge instructions), or Unrelated (not related to the discharge teaching). Only select one indicator per statement.*6 pointsEffectiveIneffectiveUnrelatedI may still experience overflow incontinence due to ongoing urinary retention.I will follow up with my primary health care provider if I experience erectile dysfunction.I will drink at least 2000 mL of water daily to keep hydrated and my urine color clear.Kegel exercises can only be performed by women and will not help me strengthen my sphincter muscle.
[Solved]: A 77-year-old male client with a history of chronic…
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