A female patient being admitted with pneumonia has a history of neurogenic bladder as a result of a spinal cord injury. Which action will the nurse plan to take first?

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Before planning any interventions,the nurse should complete the assessment and determine the patient's normal bladder pattern and the usual measures used by the patient at home. All the other responses may be appropriate,but until the assessment is complete,an individualized plan for the patient cannot be developed.

A Female Patient Being Admitted with Pneumonia Has a History