The nurse is assisting with teaching a patient who will be discharged with a catheter after a prostatectomy.Which patient statement indicates the need for further teaching?

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B.The meatus should be washed with soap and water,but antibiotic ointment is usually not necessary.C.The bag must be kept below the level of the bladder to prevent return of urine to the bladder,which may increase risk of infection.A.Bleeding should be reported.

The Nurse Is Assisting with Teaching a Patient Who Will