Following discharge teaching for a patient who has had a TURP for BPH,the nurse determines that additional instruction is needed when the patient gives which of the following responses?

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It is expected that patients may experience some degree of incontinence after a TURP procedure. In fact, urinary catheterization is often required for the first few days after surgery. Therefore, the patient does not need to notify the physician unless the incontinence persists beyond a few days or is severe. The other options are all appropriate discharge instructions for a patient who has had a TURP.

Following Discharge Teaching for a Patient Who Has Had a TURP