When admitting a 79-year-old patient who has urinary urgency and a possible urinary tract infection (UTI), the nurse should first

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Before beginning the assessment of an older patient with a UTI and urgency, the nurse should have the patient empty the bladder because bladder fullness or discomfort will distract from the patient's ability to provide accurate information. The patient may seem disoriented if distracted by pain or urgency. The physical assessment data are obtained after the patient is as comfortable as possible.

When Admitting a 79-Year-Old Patient Who Has Urinary Urgency and a Possible