A nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for a bladder infection. The client complains to the nurse that he has been having difficulty and it feels uncomfortable when he voids. How should the nurse document this client's condition?

Oliguria.

Polyuria.

Anuria.

Dysuria

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A.   Oliguria refers to decreased urine output.
B.   Polyuria refers to increased urine output.
C. Anuria refers to the absence of urine output.
D.   Dysuria refers to painful or uncomfortable voiding, which is appropriate for the client's complaint.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Love and belonging needs are related to social interactions and relationships, not directly addressed by hand hygiene and sterile techniques.
B. Safety and security needs are met by practices such as careful hand hygiene and sterile techniques that prevent infection and ensure a safe environment.
C. Self-esteem needs involve self-respect and confidence, not directly addressed by the nurse's infection control measures.
D. Physiologic needs encompass basic requirements for survival, including hygiene and infection prevention, but safety and security needs are a more specific fit.

A. Do not allow the patient food choices and reinforce the importance of eating exactly what is delivered on the tray. B. Assess for pain after meals and only administer pain medication when patient is completely done eating. C. Inquire about patient food preferences and serve small frequent meals. D. Serve large portion meals 3 times a day around scheduled procedures.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Allowing food choices and accommodating preferences can help stimulate appetite and improve nutritional intake.
B. Assessing for pain is important, but withholding pain medication until after meals is not conducive to improving appetite.
C. Inquiring about food preferences and serving small, frequent meals can be more appealing and help stimulate appetite.
D. Serving large portion meals may be overwhelming for a patient with a reduced appetite and may not be effective in improving intake.

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A nurse is caring for a client who is being treated for a bladder infection. The client complains to the nurse that he has been having difficulty and it feels uncomfortable when he voids. How should the nurse document this client's condition?

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