Following Rectal Surgery,a Patient Voids About 50 ML of Urine

Multiple Choice

Following rectal surgery,a patient voids about 50 mL of urine every 30 to 60 minutes for the first 4 hours. Which nursing action is most appropriate?

A) Monitor the patient's intake and output overnight.
B) Have the patient drink small amounts of fluid frequently.
C) Use an ultrasound scanner to check the postvoiding residual volume.
D) Reassure the patient that this is normal after anesthesia for rectal surgery.