The nurse is providing care for a patient scheduled for surgery for the formation of an orthotopic bladder substitution. Which patient teaching is important for the nurse to review during the patient's recovery?

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Orthotopic bladder substitution involves creating a new bladder from a segment of the intestine, allowing the patient to urinate through the urethra. This procedure does not require a stoma or an ostomy appliance, making options A, B, and D incorrect. However, the patient may need to learn how to perform self-catheterization to ensure complete bladder emptying, making option C correct.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Patient Scheduled for Surgery