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A Older Patient Recovering from Total Hip Replacement Surgery 8

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A older patient recovering from total hip replacement surgery 8 hours ago has not been able to void spontaneously. Which actions should the nurse take to assist this patient?


A) Increase fluids.
B) Turn onto the left side.
C) Palpate the bladder for distention.
D) Insert an indwelling urinary catheter.
E) Complete a bladder scan at the bedside.

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