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The nurse is caring for an older adult client with a medical diagnosis of benign prostatic hyperplasia resulting in urinary retention. When attempting to pass the catheter, the nurse encounters an obstruction, and cannot get the catheter to pass beyond it. Which action by the nurse is the most appropriate?
A) Applying ice to the base of the penis, and attempting to pass the catheter in 30 minutes
B) Attempting to push the catheter past the obstruction
C) Attempting to pass a Coudé catheter
D) Documenting that catheterization is not possible, and notifying the health care provider
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Clinical Nursing Skills: Basic to Advanced Skills

Clinical Nursing Skills: Basic to Advanced Skills


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You helped out a lot, I hope you realize that. You'd make an awesome educator
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