Which of the following should be included when providing instructions to a person who is post-nephrectomy for kidney cancer?

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Post-nephrectomy patients are at an increased risk for urinary tract infections because of the reduced number of functioning kidneys. Therefore, it is important to include education on recognizing the symptoms of UTIs in the post-nephrectomy instructions.

Answer: B 
 While organ donation is an important topic to discuss, it is not specifically relevant to post-nephrectomy instructions for a patient with kidney cancer.

Answer: A 
 It is important for post-nephrectomy patients to engage in physical activity, but the term "vigorous" is subjective and could be dangerous if the patient overexerts themselves.

Answer: D 
 Restricting fluid intake is not typically recommended for post-nephrectomy patients, as adequate hydration is important for kidney function.

Which of the Following Should Be Included When Providing Instructions