Postoperative Care for Older Men Quiz
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What is the purpose of maintaining the rate of continuous bladder irrigation for the patient?

  • To ensure clear urine without clots and bleeding (correct)
  • To reduce the risk of urinary tract infection
  • To promote healing of the bladder
  • To prevent urinary retention
  • Why is it important to anticipate a temporary change in mental status for older patients in the immediate postoperative period?

  • Due to anesthetics (correct)
  • Due to the presence of chronic diseases
  • Due to decreased range of motion
  • Due to unfamiliar surroundings
  • Why should the patient be helped out of bed to the chair as soon as permitted?

  • To reduce the risk of falls
  • To decrease the risk of bedsores
  • To prevent deep vein thrombosis (correct)
  • To improve lung function
  • Why is it crucial to monitor and document the color, consistency, and amount of urine output?

    <p>To detect signs of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for assessing the patient's pain every 2 to 4 hours?

    <p>To ensure patient comfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

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