The nurse is preparing to discharge a patient recovering from prostate surgery for cancer.What should the nurse emphasize when providing discharge instructions for this patient?
A) "You may drive yourself home."
B) "Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for two weeks."
C) "It is quite common to notice blood in your urine following this type of surgery."
D) "Reduce your fluid intake so you won't need to void as often."
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