A client who is on bed rest is unable to void when using the bedpan. What nursing measures should the nurse implement to help the client urinate? Select all that apply.
A) Put the client's hand in cold water.
B) Pour warm water over the genitalia.
C) Assist the client in setting upright on the bedpan.
D) Let the client hear the sound of running water.
E) Have the client stand at the bedside prior to voiding.

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Pouring warm water over the genitalia can help relax the sphincter muscles and stimulate the reflex to urinate. Assisting the client to sit upright on the bedpan can help position the bladder in a more natural position for voiding. Letting the client hear the sound of running water can also stimulate the reflex to urinate through auditory cues.

A Client Who Is on Bed Rest Is Unable to Void