A student nurse is caring for an infant who was just circumcised.What assessment finding should the student report to the registered nurse?
A) No voiding for 8 hours
B) Slight blood on the diaper
C) Swelling on the glans penis
D) Wishes to be held continuously

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The nurse should assess for the first voiding after a circumcision to evaluate for urinary obstruction related to injury or swelling.Slight blood on the diaper would be expected.Some swelling may occur and does not cause concern unless it blocks the urethra.After a procedure,it is normal for an infant to wish to be held and comforted.

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