A client is scheduled to undergo a prostate biopsy.The client asks the nurse what is expected immediately following the procedure.Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) "You will need to avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours."
B) "Your sexual partners will need to be notified."
C) "You will likely experience discomfort for 24-48 hours after the procedure."
D) "You will not have any restrictions following the biopsy."

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A) The client may experience discomfort for 1-2 days after the procedure. Strenuous activity is avoided only for about 4 hours. The client must restrict activity for only a short period after the procedure. There is no need to notify sexual partners following the procedure.
B) The client may experience discomfort for 1-2 days after the procedure. Strenuous activity is avoided only for about 4 hours. The client must restrict activity for only a short period after the procedure. There is no need to notify sexual partners following the procedure.
C) The client may experience discomfort for 1-2 days after the procedure. Strenuous activity is avoided only for about 4 hours. The client must restrict activity for only a short period after the procedure. There is no need to notify sexual partners following the procedure.
D) The client may experience discomfort for 1-2 days after the procedure. Strenuous activity is avoided only for about 4 hours. The client must restrict activity for only a short period after the procedure. There is no need to notify sexual partners following the procedure.

A Client Is Scheduled to Undergo a Prostate Biopsy