On the first postoperative day, the client is assisted to the bathroom. It is important for the nurse to do what?

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Assessing the client's safety is the priority when assisting them to the bathroom on the first postoperative day, as they may be weak, dizzy, or at risk for falls due to anesthesia or pain medications. While privacy and allowing sufficient time are also important, they are secondary concerns to ensuring the client's safety. Assessing the client's pain can be done after they have safely used the bathroom.

On the First Postoperative Day, the Client Is Assisted to the Bathroom