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Rectum and Genitourinary Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
Which client behavior shows correct understanding of post-hemorrhoidectomy care?
- “I will use cold packs for pain relief.”
- “I will avoid all fluids for 24 hours.”
- “I will stay in bed for three days.”
✔✔C. “I will take stool softeners to prevent straining.”
What is the most appropriate action for a nurse caring for a client with a urinary catheter?✔✔A. Maintain the drainage bag below the level of the bladder
- Clamp the catheter before every position change
- Clean the catheter tubing with alcohol daily
- Empty the drainage bag only when it’s completely full
Which of the following symptoms may suggest rectal cancer?
- Sudden weight gain
✔✔B. Blood in the stool 1 / 3
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- Nausea after eating
- Persistent hiccups
What is a normal expected finding following a cystoscopy?
- Bright red bleeding
- Cloudy urine with a foul odor
- Severe pelvic cramping
✔✔C. Pink-tinged urine
What action should the nurse prioritize after inserting a Foley catheter?
- Flush the catheter with 60 mL of sterile water
- Change the tubing every shift
- Remove the catheter after 1 hour
✔✔B. Secure the catheter to the client’s thigh
Which client statement indicates a need for more teaching about urinary tract infection prevention?
- “I will urinate after intercourse.” 2 / 3
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✔✔B. “I will take antibiotics every month to prevent UTIs.”
- “I will drink at least 2 liters of water daily.”
- “I will avoid using scented feminine products.”
Which of the following is a common symptom of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)?
- High fever and chills
- Frequent bowel movements
- Green-tinted urine
✔✔B. Hesitancy when starting urination
Which instruction should the nurse give a client after a digital rectal examination?✔✔A. “You may notice mild rectal discomfort for a short time.”
- “Avoid eating for 24 hours.”
- “Apply a heating pad to the area immediately.”
- “Expect heavy rectal bleeding.”
Which finding in the urine requires follow-up?
- pH of 6.5
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