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A Patient Undergoing a Left Ureterolithotomy Returns to the Surgical

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A patient undergoing a left ureterolithotomy returns to the surgical unit with a left ureteral catheter and a urethral catheter in place. When caring for the patient, the nurse will plan to


A) aspirate the ureteral catheter if output decreases.
B) clamp the ureteral catheter unless output from the urethral catheter stops.
C) keep the patient on bed rest until the ureteral catheter is discontinued.
D) teach the patient about home care for both catheters.

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