
The nurse is caring for a patient in the initial hours after having surgery to manage an enlarged prostate.The patient's postoperative care includes continuous bladder irrigation.Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the postoperative period?
A) "I will likely have to have this bladder irrigation for the first 5 to 7 days."
B) "My urine will likely be a dark tea color as a result of the blood it contains."
C) "I will need to have my bladder irrigated for the first 2 to 3 days."
D) "Bladder spasms should be reported as they can often signal serious complications."
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