The nurse is caring for a patient who is ordered to remain on bed rest.Which is the appropriate action of the nurse to facilitate emptying of the patient's bladder?

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The nurse should place the patient's bed in high Fowler's position when using the bedpan in order to facilitate emptying of the patient's bladder.The patient's head is lower than the feet in Trendelenburg's position and that would make it impossible for the patient to use the bedpan.The patient should not be assisted to the commode unless the orders specifically allow the nurse to do so.An indwelling urinary catheter should be avoided due to the risk of urinary tract infection.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Ordered