You are caring for a client 6 hours post surgery. You observe that the client voids urine frequently and in small amounts. You know that this most probably indicates what?

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Frequent voiding in small amounts after surgery is indicative of urinary retention, which can be caused by the use of anesthesia or postoperative inflammation. It is important to monitor the client's urinary output and consider interventions such as toileting assistance, medications to promote bladder emptying, or catheterization if necessary. The other options (A, B, D) are less likely to be the cause of frequent, small voiding in this case.

You Are Caring for a Client 6 Hours Post Surgery