Which of the following should be included when providing instructions to a patient who is recovering from a nephrectomy for kidney cancer?

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Early recognition of UTIs is important after a nephrectomy as the patient now only has one functioning kidney and infections can quickly become serious if left untreated.

Answer: B 
 Limiting fluids may be necessary temporarily after surgery to prevent strain on the remaining kidney as it adjusts to compensate for the loss of the other kidney.

Answer: C and D are incorrect 
 Promoting high-impact activities is not recommended after nephrectomy as it can increase the risk of injury to the remaining kidney. Organ donor information is not relevant to the patient's immediate recovery needs.

Which of the Following Should Be Included When Providing Instructions