Ba hesi mid curricular v2 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A patient with a urinary catheter in place is experiencing bladder spasms and discomfort. Which of the following interventions should the nurse implement first? a) Administer an anticholinergic medication to relax the bladder b) Encourage increased fluid intake to flush out the catheter c) Obtain an order to change the catheter and drainage system d) Assess for possible signs of a urinary tract infection Answer: d) Assess for possible signs of a urinary tract infection Rationale: Bladd...