A nurse is caring for a client after TURP surgery and notes continuous bright red bleeding from the urinary catheter. What is the nurse's immediate action?

A. Administering diuretics may be necessary, but the priority is to improve respiratory distress and oxygenation by elevating the head of the bed and providing oxygen therapy.

B. This is the correct answer. The priority intervention for signs of fluid overload is to improve respiratory function and oxygenation by elevating the head of the bed and providing oxygen therapy as needed.

C. Encouraging the client to limit fluid intake is not the priority when the client is experiencing signs of fluid overload. The focus should be on improving respiratory function.

D. Restricting sodium intake may be appropriate in some cases, but the priority is to address the respiratory distress associated with fluid overload.

A. This is the correct answer. Administering pain medication as prescribed by the healthcare provider is the most appropriate intervention to manage postoperative pain after TURP surgery.

B. Deep breathing exercises are helpful for preventing respiratory complications, but they may not be sufficient for managing postoperative pain.

C. Applying a heating pad to the surgical site is not recommended as it may increase the risk of bleeding and other complications.

D. While distractions can provide some comfort, they may not be enough to effectively manage postoperative pain. Pain medication is the primary intervention.