When admitting a patient who has a history of paraplegia as a result of a spinal cord injury,the nurse will plan to do which of the following?
A) Check the patient for urinary incontinence every 2 hours to maintain skin integrity.
B) Assist the patient to the toilet on a scheduled basis to help ensure bladder emptying.
C) Use intermittent catheterization on a regular schedule to avoid the risk of infection.
D) Ask the patient about the usual urinary pattern and measures used for bladder control.
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