A client had a transurethral prostatectomy for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). They are currently being treated with continuous bladder irrigation and are reporting an increase in severity of bladder spasms. What should the nurse do first for this client?Stop the irrigation and call the health care provider.Administer a belladonna and opium suppository as ordered by the health care provider.Administer an oral analgesic.Check for the presence of clots, and make sure the catheter is draining properly.
[Answered]: A client had a transurethral prostatectomy for…
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